We have already reported on the Blackview Xplore 1, which is now launching in a version with an integrated walkie-talkie feature, which is clearly noticeable when looking at the external antenna. According to the manufacturer, it also supports private calls and even encryption.
The two-way radio supports both the UHF and VHF bands. In any case, users should get familiar with their local and legal regulations before buying and using this device. That said, the advertised range is up to 12.4 miles in open terrain and up to 2.8 miles in urban settings, but these ranges might not be realistic in practice.
The Xplore 1 Walkie Talkie is about 1.2 inches thick, weighs 1.53 lb with the antenna and is powered by the 5G-compatible MediaTek Dimensity 7050. It can also be used with two SIM cards, one of those slots can be used for microSD expansion of the integrated 256GB or 512GB of storage. The Blackview smartphone also has 12GB or 16GB RAM and meets the IP69, IP69K, and MIL-STD810H standards, which is common for rugged smartphones.
Moreover, the battery has a huge capacity of 20,000mAh, which is significantly more than most regular phones offer. In addition to the 6.78-inch main display, it also sports a secondary screen. Alongside a 64MP main camera, the Xplore 1 also has a 20MP night vision camera as well as an official price tag of $558 directly from the manufacturer.