8849 Hike is an all-in-one 4G rugged smartphone designed for outdoor enthusiasts — integrating ultra-long battery life, professional lighting, precise power monitoring, fast charging, immersive stereo audio, and all-round rugged protection. Powered by the 6nm MediaTek Helio G200 chip with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, it balances performance and efficiency for outdoor work, camping, hiking, and night operations.
Outdoor night activities call for a flashlight — but carrying a separate torch is always a hassle. The Hike's built-in 1200-lumen flashlight reaches up to 200 metres, letting you see far and clear without any extra gear. No more fumbling in the dark for your camp, trail, or work site. Plus, with a camping light and red/blue warning lights included, the Hike covers every lighting scenario in a single device.
The latest 2025 MediaTek Helio G200 chip features a high-performance octa-core CPU — 2 Arm Cortex-A76 big cores at 2.2GHz and 6 Arm Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0GHz. Paired with high-speed LPDDR4X memory (4266Mbps) and fast UFS 2.2 storage, it accelerates data access for smooth gaming, applications, and everyday multitasking. TSMC's 6nm process delivers impressive power efficiency for longer battery life.
12GB of RAM keeps 25+ background apps running without lag, crashes, or slowdowns. 512GB of internal storage means you can carry 170,000 photos, 50 hours of 4K video, or 250 full HD movies — without ever worrying about running out of space. Expandable further via microSD for even more room.
From sunrise landscapes to starry skies, from vast vistas to close-up detail — one device, limitless possibilities.
Large-sensor flagship main camera with full-pixel autofocus. Stunning landscapes with incredible detail in any light.
Hardware-level night vision with a large 1/2" sensor and pixel-binning. Clear shots in total darkness — beyond what the human eye can see.
Bring distant scenes closer with autofocus optical zoom — ideal for wildlife, landscapes, and field documentation.
Exceptional selfies and group photos for video calls, outdoor adventures, and everyday capture.
5× the capacity of a standard smartphone — the Hike's 23800mAh battery delivers unmatched endurance for outdoor adventures, heavy use, and long journeys. What sets it apart is the dedicated professional-grade coulomb counter (SinoWealth SH366003), providing 1% battery accuracy even during fast charging, high loads, or in extreme cold — so you always know exactly how much power remains. Critical for outdoor use where running out of battery is not an option. Full charge in just 2 hours via 120W fast charging. Reverse charging via USB-C included.
A large 6.79-inch FHD+ display (1080×2460) with reinforced glass stays clearly visible even under direct sunlight — no squinting needed on the trail. The 120Hz refresh rate makes swiping and navigation feel instant and smooth. Bright, sharp, and tough enough for outdoor conditions.
200-metre long-range beam — replaces a standalone torch completely.
Ambient illumination for tent setups, campsite cooking, and night reading.
5-channel control for emergency signalling, roadside safety, and night patrols.
Waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof — tested in mud, rain, sand, and vibration.
Regular phone speakers fail outdoors — too quiet and thin. Hike fixes this with dual speakers powered by Awinic Smart PA, a 3.5cc sound chamber, 4Ω 2W output, reaching up to 97dB. Rich, immersive stereo sound that cuts through outdoor ambient noise — whether you're unwinding at camp or watching videos in the field.
GPS + GLONASS + BeiDou + Galileo for precise positioning — critical for outdoor navigation off the grid.
Contactless payments and access control with a tap.
Fast, stable wireless connections to speakers, headphones, and accessories.
Control TVs and appliances without a separate remote.
Tune in without using mobile data — 65–108MHz range.
Use the Hike as a power bank to charge other devices via USB-C (5V/2.5W).
Manage work and personal numbers on one device with dual SIM support. Hot-swappable TF card slot for flexible, cost-effective storage expansion — perfect for storing large video files, maps, and media offline.
Tested and certified against rain, sand, dust, vibration, shock, and extreme temperatures. IP68 rated for submersion up to 1.8m for 30 minutes. IP69K rated for high-pressure water jets. Built to keep performing when other phones fail.
GPS · GLONASS · BeiDou · Galileo for precise quad-satellite navigation. Plus a built-in suite of professional outdoor tools — compass · bubble level · plumb bob · protractor · height measurement · barometer · speedometer · magnifier · pedometer · underwater camera · noise meter · alarm alerts. Everything you need on site, no extra equipment required.
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G200 (MT6789), 6nm · 2×Cortex-A76 @2.2GHz + 6×Cortex-A55 @2.0GHz |
| OS | Android 15 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR4X-4266 |
| Storage | 512GB UFS 2.2 (expandable via microSD/TF card) |
| Display | 6.79" FHD+ · 1080×2460 · 120Hz · Reinforced glass |
| Main Camera | 50MP Sony IMX766 · Full-pixel AF |
| Night Vision | 64MP OmniVision OV64B · AF · 4× IR fill lights |
| Telephoto | 8MP · 3× optical zoom · AF (HiSilicon HI847) |
| Front Camera | 32MP fixed focus (S5KGD1) |
| Battery | 23800mAh · 120W fast charge · Reverse charging 5V/2.5W |
| Power Monitor | Professional coulomb counter (SinoWealth SH366003) · 1% accuracy |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM + TF card (hot-swappable) |
| Network | 4G LTE-FDD/TDD · WCDMA · GSM · C2K (no 5G) |
| 4G Bands | FDD: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28A/28B/66 · TDD: 34/38/39/40/41 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 · 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac · 2.4GHz & 5GHz dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| GPS | GPS + GLONASS + BeiDou + Galileo |
| NFC | Yes · Read/Write/Card/P2P modes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 · OTG · Reverse charging |
| FM Radio | Yes (65–108MHz) |
| Audio | Dual speakers · Awinic Smart PA · 3.5cc chamber · 97dB · 3.5mm jack · Dual mic noise reduction |
| Flashlight | 1200 lumens · 200m range · Auto-off after 30 min |
| Camping Light | Yes · Multi-mode |
| Warning Lights | Red & Blue · 5-channel control |
| Rugged Rating | IP68 / IP69K |
| Sensors | Gyroscope · Accelerometer · Compass · Ambient Light · Proximity · Barometer |
| Buttons | Power · Volume Up/Down · 2× Programmable PTT Keys |
| Dimensions | 179 × 86 × 32mm |
| Weight | 666g (including battery) |
Rugged smartphone with pre-applied tempered glass screen protector.
Full charge in approximately 2 hours.
For fast charging, data transfer, and reverse charging.
Shatterproof film for additional screen protection.
Everything you need to get started quickly.
Full South African coverage — no sending devices overseas.
Contactable for repairs, service, and warranty claims.
| Vendor | Unihertz - 8849 |
|---|---|
| Type | Rugged Phone |
| Sku | UNI202508 |
| Barcode | EDA007356903 |
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