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The CAT S42 is a rugged smartphone with a 5.5-inch flat IPS display and a native aspect ratio of 18:9. The display resolution is 1440 x 720 pixels, and it is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The touchscreen is capacitive and fingerprint-resistant. The processor family is MediaTek with 4 cores, and the RAM capacity is 3 GB. Internal storage capacity is 32 GB. This smartphone is designed to withstand heavy-duty use, with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. It is also MIL-STD-810G compliant, meaning it can withstand extreme temperatures, vibrations, and drops up to 1.8 meters. The CAT S42 is equipped with a 4200mAh battery with up to 2 days of battery life. It runs on Android 10 and comes with features like 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and NFC. The camera specifications of the CAT S42 include a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus and LED flash, and a 5 MP front-facing camera. Other features of the camera include HDR, panorama, and face detection. Weighing 220 grams and measuring 161.3 x 77.2 x 12.7 millimeters, the CAT S42 is a smartphone designed for people in rugged or challenging work environments. It offers protection and durability while still providing features found in any other smartphone.



| Brand | CAT |
| Model | S42 | CS42-DAB-RON-EN |
| Product | smartphone |
| EAN | 5060472351982, 5060472352040, 5060472352262 |
| Language | English |
| Filetype | User manual (PDF) |
| Display diagonal | 5.5 " |
| Display resolution | 1440 x 720 pixels |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Native aspect ratio | 18:9 |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Fingerprint resistant | Yes |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Processor frequency | - GHz |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor model | Helio A20 |
| RAM capacity | 3 GB |
| Internal storage capacity | 32 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 128 GB |
| USB mass storage | Yes |
| Rear camera type | Single camera |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 13 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 2 |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 1080p |
| Flash type | LED |
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| 3G standards | - |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Yes |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Yes |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Product color | Black |
| International Protection (IP) code | IP68, IP69 |
| Protection features | Dust resistant, Water resistant |
| Video call | - |
| Speakerphone | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Wireless charging | - |
| USB On-The-Go support | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Operating system installed | Android 10.0 |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Battery capacity | 4200 mAh |
| Battery technology | - |
| Talk time (3G) | - h |
| Standby time (3G) | - h |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Weight | 220 g |
| Width | 77.3 mm |
| Depth | 12.7 mm |
| Height | 161.4 mm |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85171300 |
Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the CAT S42 below.
Most CAT model phones can be reset by using a key combination of volume + button, power on/off button and home button at startup.
It is possible to use a SIM card adapter. Insert the too small SIM card into the adapter and then place the adapter in the phone.
IMEI stands for 'International Mobile Equipment Identity'. This is a unique fifteen-digit number that distinguishes your CAT phone from other phones.
The size of your smartphone is usually expressed in inches, 1 inch is 2.54 centimetres. The size is the diagonal size of your smartphone, so you measure the screen from bottom left to top right.
Make sure the batteries of your smartphone do not get too hot, in that case there is a very small chance that the battery will explode.
The CAT S42 uses Android as the operating system.
The CAT S42 has a weight of 220 g.
The screen size of the CAT S42 is 5.5 ".
The CAT S42 has a height of 161.4 mm.
The screen resolution of the CAT S42 is 1440 x 720 pixels.
The CAT S42 has a width of 77.3 mm.
The CAT S42 has a depth of 12.7 mm.
The CAT S42 has 32 GB storage capacity.
To set up your CAT S42 smartphone, simply power it on by pressing and holding the power button. Follow the prompts on the screen to select your language, connect to a Wi-Fi network, and sign in with your Google account.
To transfer your contacts, go to the "Contacts" app on your old phone and export them to a VCF file. Then, on your CAT S42, open the "Contacts" app, tap the menu icon, and select "Import/Export." Choose the option to import contacts from a VCF file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the transfer.
To capture a screenshot, simultaneously press and hold the power button and volume down button for a few seconds. The screen will flash, indicating that the screenshot has been taken. You can find your screenshots in the "Screenshots" album in the gallery app.
To optimize your battery life, you can try some of these techniques: reduce screen brightness, limit background app refresh, close unnecessary apps, disable GPS and Bluetooth when not in use, and use Wi-Fi instead of mobile data whenever possible. Additionally, consider enabling the battery saver mode in the settings for further battery conservation.
To clear the cache on your CAT S42, go to the "Settings" app and select "Storage." Tap on "Cached data" and confirm the deletion when prompted. This will clear temporary files and free up storage space on your smartphone.
Yes, CAT S42 has a Gorilla Glass 5 display. This means that the display is highly resistant to scratches and can withstand accidental drops better than displays without Gorilla Glass.
Yes, CAT S42 has a touchscreen. This allows users to interact with the phone by directly touching the display, making it more convenient and intuitive to use.
CAT S42 has a RAM capacity of 3 GB. While this may be considered lower compared to some high-end smartphones, it is still sufficient for most day-to-day tasks and ensures smooth multitasking.
Yes, CAT S42 is compatible with MicroSD (TransFlash) memory cards. This allows users to expand the internal storage capacity of the phone, providing more space for apps, photos, videos, and other files.
CAT S42 belongs to the MediaTek processor family and has 4 processor cores. While MediaTek processors may not be as well-known as some other brands, they still provide decent performance for everyday use and offer good value for money.
Yes, the manual of the CAT S42 is available in English .
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