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Sonim XP3 Plus: New & Refurbished Prices in Canada

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The Sonim XP3 Plus is a rugged and durable flip phone prepared for every work environment. Whether you work in a forest or a construction site, the XP3 Plus is an ideal phone to have. Its military-approved design can withstand shock damage from huge heights. If you work is bustling and you don't want to risk damaging your cell phone, consider a Sonim XP3 Plus.

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Sonim XP3 Plus: Full Specifications

Built as a rugged flip phone for demanding job sites and field use, the Sonim XP3 Plus focuses on dependable voice communication and physical durability rather than smartphone-style complexity. Its compact clamshell body pairs a 2.8-inch internal display with a 1.3-inch external screen for quick status checks, while the large keypad, dedicated push-to-talk and emergency controls, and programmable external keys suit gloved or fast-paced use. Sonim rates it to MIL-STD-810H and IP68, and the housing is designed for harsh conditions including water, dust, impacts, and wide temperature swings. Under the hood, it runs Sonim’s proprietary interface based on AOSP Android 11 on a Qualcomm SM6115 quad-core platform with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage, plus microSD expansion up to 256 GB. The removable 2300 mAh battery is rated for up to 15 hours of talk time and 440 hours of standby. Connectivity is strong for a work phone, with LTE, Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, VoLTE, RTT, hotspot support, USB-C, and a 3.5 mm SecureAudio jack. Some versions also include an 8 MP camera with flash.

Pros

  • Waterproof: The XP3 Plus is both waterproof and chemical resistant, allowing it to easily be cleaned without damage.
  • Durability: The XP3 Plus' biggest attraction is its durability. Its rugged design is built to withstand drops up to 1.5 meters onto hard concrete.

Cons

  • Camera: With only a front camera, it can be difficult to take images of things in front of you.
  • Texting: Without a touchscreen or modern keyboard, texting may feel difficult or slow.
Release date
October 22, 2021
Model
Sonim XP3 Plus
Memory
2 GB
Storage capacity
16 GB, 32 GB
SIM card
SIM
Operating system
Android
Screen size (inches)
1.3
Resolution
240 x 320
Main camera
8 MP

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