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Does this device need a sim card: Yes it does Since this device is unlocked it will work on any GSM Network with a MICRO size SIM Card The sim card does NOT come included and you will need to contact your Network Provider to acquire your complimentary Sim card (Free from most Carriers with activation of an account).
What carriers and Mobile Networks will support this device: The Phone supports Technology type GSM / HSPA / LTE 2G 3G bands GSM, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100. 4G LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700) Bands 1, and 7 give it the ability to roam on LTE in many foreign countries, including all of Europe and much of Asia.
Unboxing Experience: The XP6 is a Major Flagship in the Rugged Smartphone category, it comes Unlocked from the AT&T Network. This Phone has an extremely Loud Speaker and speakerphone 19 mm loudspeaker with Gore protective vents, output up to 103 dB comes running Android OS 4.4.4 (KitKat), The battery is a NON-Removable 4800mAh which in a Usage time frame means 40 solid hours of streaming at 4G LTE speeds as well it has a Standby time of up to 1080 hours before you need to recharge the battery
Sonim’s PTT Bluetooth in-vehicle Optimal communication, charging in-vehicle solution, including an optional locking capability for securing your XP6 phone in the vehicle to prevent theft or tampering. All-in-one-in-vehicle PTT solution, Included in the push-to-talk package you will find [#1 Cradle] [#2 speaker with 2m cable] [#3 PTT button with 2m cable] [#4 microphone with 2m cable] [#5 2m wiring harness] [Items necessary for PTT installation not included with the package are Mount and screws]
What does Unlocked Mean: Unlocked devices are compatible with GSM carriers the kinds that Use SIM Cards for Service like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as with GSM SIM cards (e.g. H20, Straight Talk, and select prepaid carriers) Unlocked Devices will not necessarily support CDMA Carriers the kinds that don't use sim cards for service like Sprint, Verizon, Boost or Virgin, it's always best to contact them prior to purchasing to confirm their compatibility on the bands supported by this device.
The XP6 is powered by a quad-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and 1GB RAM. That's a pretty standard setup that yields predictably midrange results—system navigation is smooth and apps launch with alacrity. Even graphically intensive games like Asphalt 8 play smoothly, thanks to the low-resolution display compared with other Snapdragon 400 devices. The problem is that you probably won't be doing much gaming or even using many apps depending on their layout and text content. Like all Sonim products, the XP6 is an absolute brick of a device, covered in a combination of molded rubber bumpers and hard matte plastics. The phone's silhouette closely follows that of the XP7, with a protruding combination antenna and speaker on the top right corner. This is a substantial handset at 5.39 by 2.54 by 0.81 inches (HWD) and a massive 9.52 ounces. It looks like it belongs on a construction site. Around its perimeter, you'll find a whole host of rubberized buttons, including Volume, Power, and Push-to-Talk, while the 3.5mm headphone jack is covered by an easily opened flap. On the bottom, you'll find the proprietary charging port that magnetically connects with the included cable. It's convenient for charging without fiddling with port covers, but the non-standard connector means you're dependent on that single included cable (And replacement cables cost $30.) The XP6 is a throwback, sporting a comparatively tiny 2.64-inch display above the once-familiar numerical keypad. There are also physical buttons for Android navigation below the screen, but instead of the standard Recent Apps button, you have a more dated Menu button. The Call End button acts as a screen wake button, which is much more convenient than the awkwardly placed power button on the left edge. All the numerical buttons felt exceedingly springy and delivered excellent feedback—they're a bit tightly arranged, but using the XP6 with moderately thick gloves is doable.