Verizon Wireless has launched the Motorola Barrage, a rugged, MIL-SPEC cetified clamshell phone. With a chrome, glass, mesh, and rubber body construction, the handset can survive some of the worst weather conditions. The Barrage can be submerged in a meter of water for up to 30 minutes and it is protected from humidity, solar radiation, shock, vibration, as well. The device features push-to-talk functionality, a 2.0 megapixel camera, and a 1170mAh battery ... Read More

Not long after the Samsung Omnia II i920, another unannounced phone for Verizon has showed up: the Motorola Barrage V860. Unlike the Omnia II, the Motorola Barrage is a rugged, push-to-talk clamshell phone. It will come in two versions: with and without a 2MP camera. Other specs include external music controls, GPS, 2.5mm headset jack and MicroSD card support. This is what the Motorola Barrage V860 looks like: No word yet on when Verizon ... Read More