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CAT S61
CAT S61
CAT S61
CAT S61
CAT S61
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7.9/10
Informr score
The CAT S61 currently has an Informr score of 7.9 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 8 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
2.2 GHz
5.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
5.2"
16+ MP, f/2.0
Camera
Camera
16+ MP, f/2.0
4500 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Ausdroid
Ausdroid

There’s some really cool functions that are massive value ad for tradies and those who work in really harsh environments. The S61 isn’t for me being a generally office based worker and there’s a lot of users who won’t use and don’t need or want these features. At the end of the day though, I’m reall...

- Phil Tann, Ausdroid
Notebookcheck
Notebookcheck

Anyone attracted by laser distance measurement, air quality measurement, and a thermal-imaging camera will get a versatile tool into their hands with the CAT S61.

- Florian Wimmer, Notebookcheck
Mashable
Mashable

The Cat S61 is an interesting phone, which is a label that doesn't fit too many phones these days. However, the software needs work, and the price tag is too high for what it offers.

- Stan Schroeder, Mashable
ZDNet
ZDNet

An advanced thermal imaging camera, a laser distance tool, and an air quality monitor are all tools of the trade for the enterprise. With the Cat S61, these tools are found in an Android smartphone that lets you also do all that a smartphone can in a single rugged tool.

- Matthew Miller, ZDNet
Digital Trends
Digital Trends

The Cat S61 is clearly not your average phone. It’s a specialist, completely unique, but very expensive digital toolbox that could prove invaluable to the right people. While it is very pricey, you must remember that if you were to buy standalone thermal imaging, laser measurement, and air quality m...

- Simon Hill, Digital Trends


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Common Questions


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Caterpillar backs up the CAT S61 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
5.2"

The CAT S61's screen size is 5.2 inches with 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution.

Processor
2.2 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 Octa core 2.2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system (OS).

Camera
16+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 16+ MP, f/2.0 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 8+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
64 GB

Internal memory is 64 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
4500mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 4500 mAh battery.

CAT S61 Specs

Overview
Release Date June 1, 2018
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 Octa core 2.2 GHz
Internal Storage 64 GB
RAM 4 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 1.17 W/kg
Body: 0.84 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Yes
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
variations
Dual SIM Yes
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
16+ Megapixels, f/2.0
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (Dual LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Thermal imaging
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density 424 pixels
Size 5.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen, Glove friendly screen, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 4500 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Aluminium
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15 x 7.6 x 1.3 cm (5.9 x 3 x 0.5 in)
Weight 259 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Water Resistant
Rugged design Yes
IP Rating IP 68
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA):

Additional Sensors: Barometer, Thermal camera, Indoor Air Quality Sensor

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