Sonim XP8 Ultra-rugged Smartphone Supported by New Verizon MCPTT Offering
On October 15, 2020, Sonim Technologies (Nasdaq: SONM) announced its XP8 Android ultra-rugged smartphone is approved for Verizon's Push-to-Talk Responder solution, enhancing communications for first responders. The XP8 features a dedicated PTT button, emergency alert functionality, and ultra-loud speakers. This partnership aims to improve public safety communications through interoperable voice capabilities with LMR radios via Mutualink technology. Sonim's focus on rugged mobile solutions is designed to increase productivity and safety in mission-critical roles.
- XP8 smartphone approved for Verizon's Push-to-Talk Responder.
- Enhanced communication features tailored for first responders.
- Interoperable voice communications with LMR radios via Mutualink.
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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonim Technologies (Nasdaq: SONM) today announced that its XP8 Android ultra-rugged smartphone is among the initial devices that are approved for Verizon's new Push-to-Talk Responder mission-critical, interoperable-ready solution.
Verizon Push-to-Talk Responder is built to 3GPP MCPTT standards, complements the capabilities provided by Land Mobile Radio (LMR) networks, and is designed to empower first responders to quickly assess a situation and communicate through text, data and, in the future, live video streaming. The Sonim XP8, which is purpose-built for public safety, includes many features that enhance the PTT experience. Features supported by Push-to-Talk Responder running on XP8 include:
- Dedicated PTT button – no need to wake the device up or launch the app like consumer smartphones
- Red (Emergency) Button – instantly alert dispatch and/or emergency services
- Ultra-loud speakers and noise suppression – ensure you can stay in communication in the harshest conditions
- Mission-critical accessories – a broad range of industrial accessories, including remote speaker microphones, wireless mics and in-vehicle mounts to address the common needs of first responders
"We are very pleased to have worked alongside Verizon for the development and testing of their new mission-critical push-to-talk offering, Push-to-Talk Responder," said Sonim CMO John Graff. "The enhanced functionality and improved performance Verizon is bringing to first responders, combined with the purpose-built PTT features in the Sonim XP8, should further the acceptance and growth of rugged cellular-based mobility solutions in public safety."
A key feature of Push-to-Talk Responder is the ability to have interoperable voice communications with LMR radios via a solution from Mutualink, a long-time Sonim partner. The Mutualink gateway supports the 3GPP's interworking function (IWF) standard for interoperability.
To learn more about the Sonim XP8, click here.
To learn more about Verizon Push-to-Talk Responder, click here.
About Sonim
Sonim Technologies is a leading U.S. provider of ultra-rugged mobility solutions designed specifically for task workers physically engaged in their work environments, often in mission-critical roles. The Sonim solution includes ultra-rugged mobile phones, a suite of industrial-grade accessories, and data and workflow applications which are collectively designed to increase worker productivity, communication and safety on the job site. Please visit https://sonimtech.com/.
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