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Aspera Mobile armours up with its tough-looking R9 smartphone
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Aspera Mobile armours up with its tough-looking R9 smartphone

December 12, 2020 Vic B'Stard

Aspera Mobile has launched its new ultra-rugged R9 4G smartphone. Designed with a particularly robust exterior, the phone is built for heavy knocks and drops. Continue reading Aspera Mobile armours up with its tough-looking R9 smartphone →

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