Confirming earlier rumours about the tougher more waterproof Sony smartphone coming after the Sony Xperia Z, Sony recently announced the Sony Xperia ZR. As mentioned previously before, the new Sony Xperia ZR can now be submerged under 1.5m and complies with the aforementioned IP58 durability ratings. Asides from this it is more dust resistant and has an anti-shatter film (of the kind that can probably take power tools on). Other tech specs include:

• 1.5GHz Qualcomm S4 (Quad-core) processor
• 2GB RAM
• 4.55-inch display (720p, anti-shatter, 319ppi)
• 13MP rear camera (Exmor RS sensor, fast capture, 16x digital zoom, Full HD video recording)
• Mobile Bravia Engine 2
• NFC + LTE support

The Sony Xperia Z made waves with its IP57 water, dust and heat durability. Now, rumours are swirling that another tough Sony Xperia smartphone may be coming, this time with IP58 durability rating. According to these rumours, this new tougher smartphone may be called the Sony Xperia ZR. Tech specs for the Sony Xperia ZR may include the following:

• 1.5GHz Quadcore Snapdragon S4 Pro processor
• 2GB RAM
• 13MP Exmor RS camera
• 4.6-inch screen (720p)
• 8GB storage
• 2300 mAh battery
• 10mm thick + 140g weight