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Sonim XP5
This Sonim XP5 is no longer available.
Overall rating
3.3
Design
3.7
Features
3.4
Performance
3.6
of 24 Sonim XP5 reviewers recommend this product
HIGH RATING
Rated 5 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
5.05
11/13/2017
Atypical 'smart' phone
I genuinely like it for what it is not. No touch screen. No flip. It's one of those types of phones that the old school candy bar style lovers would enjoy. It's beefy, can take a beating and deliver one if necessary.
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LOW RATING
Rated 1 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
1.05
2/5/2016
don't waste your money on this phone
I bought this phone a couple of months ago. The phone is built well; however, the software on the phone is horrific. I returned it within a couple of days. I'm just now getting around to posing my review; didn't have time before. AT&T has better rugged phones for sale that actually work. Don't waste you're money on this phone!
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15 out of 24 (63%) reviewers recommend this product
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Design, 3.7 out of 53.7
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Features, 3.4 out of 53.4
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Performance, 3.6 out of 53.6
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4 out of 5 stars.
hey people........
10 years ago
it seems that the only complaint that people seem to have about this phone is that it is not a smart phone. ......other than that it is fine. so, if you want a smart phone, go get a smart phone..leave the 'so very few' of the regular phones that the cell phone companies will allow us to have alone; please....
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2 out of 5 stars.
Unsure
10 years ago
OS is just to limited. They should have just used a standard feature phone OS instead of a hobbled android platform. You cannot re-assign shortcuts, cannot assign speed dials and is missing simple programs that can be found on basic flip phones.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Atypical 'smart' phone
8 years ago
I genuinely like it for what it is not. No touch screen. No flip. It's one of those types of phones that the old school candy bar style lovers would enjoy. It's beefy, can take a beating and deliver one if necessary.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Design
Design, 5.0 out of 55.0
Features
Features, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Performance, 5.0 out of 55.0
5 out of 5 stars.
DA BEST
8 years ago
BEST PHONE IVE EVER HAD, THE BEST THING ABOUT IT IS IT NOT A SMART PHONE! IT DOES WHAT PHONE IS SUPPOSED TO DO, MAKE CALLS. I AM VERY TOUGH ON PHONES, I RETIRED MY SAMSUNG RUGBY AFTER ALMOST 10 YEARS, THIS ONE IS BETTER. MY 12 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER HATES IT BECAUSE ITS NOT A SMARTYPANTS PHONE, I JUST LAUGH AND SAY IT MAKES YOU THINK. FINALLY A PHONE THATS ME PROOF, IN A PINCH IT WILL WORK AS A DOOR STOP OR A WHEEL CHOCK, I SHOULD GET 15 YEARS OUT OF IT, WILL KEEP YOU POSTED.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Design, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Features, 5.0 out of 55.0
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5 out of 5 stars.
you have to get used to it, but then you will love
9 years ago
this phone just for text, talk, push to talk {if you want that} and you can create a hot spot. has loud speakers for your alarms and music and speaker phone.
every time you grab the phone you will hit the push to talk button, but you get used to hitting the end call to clear it. the size is like a flip phone open all the time, but it fits into my shirt pocket or clips to my belt with the right holster. you can order the micro usb adapter so it will chanrge like other phones
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Design, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Features, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Performance, 5.0 out of 55.0
3 out of 5 stars.
Returned phone
9 years ago
Seemed like a great sturdy phone but returned it. I guess I was spoiled with the smart phones and decided to go back. Just waiting for my refund now
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Design, 3.0 out of 53.0
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Q: What does the Bluetooth technology #4 mean?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello crshinola! What a great question; let’s get this answered for you, right away! Bluetooth 4.0 is the latest version of Bluetooth wireless technology, allowing for an extremely optimized version of Bluetooth, using a minimum amount of energy. I hope this information helps! Jordan, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Does this phone have a caring case / phone holder?
8 years ago0 Answers
Q: Does this phone support voicemail?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello GilbertP! What an interesting question, which I would love to answer for you! The Sonim XP5 will definitely be able to utilize voicemail, so you will not miss any important messages when using this device! Have a great rest of your day! Jordan, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: How do you dedicate keys on the xp5 like you can do on the 5560 bolt?
8 years ago0 Answers
Q: does the Sonim have speed dial? does it have an emergency button? I'm considering it for my 84 year old parent
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Good Afternoon, Great question! It would be my pleasure to help out. Yes, this device has the speed dial function. You can find out how to complete it here (https://workbench-c4.bazaarvoice.com/portal/app?service=page/AnswerManagementTool&viewId=15059). There is no emergency button, but there is Enhanced push to talk. You can get further information about this feature here (https://www.att.com/devicehowto/tutorial.html#!/interactive/id/interactive_999887?make=Sonim&model=XP5XP5700). I hope this information helps. Larry, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Can this device be tracked or traced without user knowledge and authorization?
8 years ago2 Answers
- A: Thank you, Jonathan. Yes, your answer is helpful. More specifically, I was curious if this device can be traced or located without voluntarily enabling those services. Is it possible to track this device covertly by "hacking" ones privacy and location history? As was the case with my current Motorola Droid Maxx!!!8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Does this phone require a data plan, I'm look for another rugged phone to replace my trusty flip phone with a failing radio, and don't need more than talk/sms/mms.
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Good day JonH2017, Excellent choice! The Sonim XP5 is built to withstand harsh and tough environments. This device is a feature phone, meaning it will not require a data plan unlike a smart phone. Have yourself a wonderful Saturday Aaron, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Though this phone is a stripped down phone, which is perfect for me, does it do GPS turn by turn directions?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi TerryDog! This phone is wonderfully designed for people who want a basic phone with no frills. It does have on-board location services, and GPS. However, it does not have access to the Google Play Store. This means you would need to use the features already installed. I hope this helps! Fiona, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: What is the battery voltage? Are the batteries user replaceable?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello Dew396! What an awesome question, which I would be more than happy to answer for you! The battery in the Sonim XP5 has a 3,180 mAh capacity. You would also be able to remove the battery from this phone yourself! I hope this information helps! Jordan, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Hi. Can the internet browser function be disabled on this phone, like by a parent, so that the internet cannot be accessed?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello Jdog1, Great question! The good news is yes, you can control many things on his device with the help of the User Account feature. Please visit this link for more information (the instructions are universal for all Android devices): https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/3175031?hl=en Hope this helps! Rafael, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
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