Sonim has been designing tough, durable phones for more than ten years. Their latest model, the Sonim XP Pro Thermal, is particularly special because it features a built-in thermal camera. This phone is targeted at professionals who work in areas like home repairs, inspections, automotive services, and more.
The Sonim XP Pro Thermal is an upgrade from the XP Pro released a few months ago. It runs on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, has 8GB of RAM, and comes with 256GB of storage. If that’s not enough space, it includes a microSD slot for expansion. The phone also has a 6.58-inch FHD+ display which is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It features a strong 5,000mAh battery and comes pre-loaded with Android 14.
One of the key improvements in this model is the FLIR Lepton 3.5 thermal imaging camera. This camera works seamlessly with the Sonim IRIS app, which enhances the user experience and is compatible with FLIR Thermal Studio. Additionally, there is a Sonim IRIS SDK that allows developers to create customized applications that can utilize the thermal camera capabilities.
With the thermal camera, professionals can check for various issues, such as electrical problems like overloaded circuits or malfunctioning transformers. It can help in evaluating home insulation, detecting leaks behind walls, and more. Sonim suggests that this phone is ideal for fields such as electrical maintenance, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), plumbing, safety inspections, energy and utility management, automotive services, construction, home improvement, agriculture, pest control, and even for first responders.
The Sonim XP Pro Thermal is designed according to what the company refers to as Sonim Rugged Performance Standards. This means that the phone has undergone testing for water resistance, dust, shocks, and extreme temperatures. Currently, tests for compliance with military standards (MIL-STD-810H) and waterproof ratings (IP68 and IPX9K) are being conducted by a third-party laboratory.
Pre-orders for the Sonim XP Pro Thermal will begin soon, but potential buyers should be prepared to wait. The official launch is planned for the second quarter of this year, specifically between April and June, starting in Europe and South Africa before expanding to other regions. Pricing information has not yet been announced.
In summary, the Sonim XP Pro Thermal is designed with professionals in mind, combining ruggedness with specialized thermal imaging capabilities. Whether you’re involved in repairs, inspections, or construction, this phone aims to be a valuable tool in your work.