April 17, 2009

Worlds Toughest GSM Cell Phone: Sonim’s XP1

Be it wind, water, dust, dirt, mud, extreme temperatures, or crushing weights; Sonims’s rugged mobile GSM phone XP1 is tested for endurance and proven capable of lasting extreme environmental and industrial conditions.It is the only phone designed to meet the needs of people working outdoors in intense situations. The XP1 works without problems in harsh temperatures and doesn’t die on you if you accidentally drop it in a puddle or a hard rough surface, tossed into a toolbox or even kicked around. It can be seen and heard in bright, dark and very noisy conditions and can be relied upon to provide dependable voice, push-to-talk and data services.

The XP1 comes with a 3 year guarantee, plus a life time warranty for the phone housing with immediate in-store replacement if needed. It is the only phone that doesn’t compromise on capability, durability or style.

Some special features of this phone are:
Water and Humidity

IP Certification 54 – Interior mechanisms can withstand the entry of a stream of water at a 90 degree angle.
Temperature Ranges

The phone’s operational range is between -20 to +60 degrees Celsius.
Shock and Vibration

Rated to 1.65m drop to concrete; protection from 5Hz to 500Hz.
Screen

XP1’s screen is protected by an advanced scratch resistant coating.
Durable Casing

The phone is cased in hardened rubber molding, cast via dual injection.

Durable Mechanics

The key pad buttons are tested to 500,000 pushes, while dedicated PTT buttons are tested to 200,000 pushes.

Dirt and Dust

The non-porous casing blocks entry of the smallest of micro-particles.


Source : http://www.ixibo.com/2009/03/toughest-gsm-cell-phone-sonim-xp1/#more-922