Sonim Technologies Supports goTenna Pro Mesh Networking Radio Devices for Situational Awareness, Off-Grid Connectivity
September 23, 2020 at 08:30 am
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Sonim Technologies™ partnered with goTenna to enhance optimal reliability and connectivity for the Sonim XP8 ultra-rugged smartphone in off-network situations. goTenna's innovative mesh networking protocol is embedded into lightweight, low-cost tactical-grade radio devices and paired with easy-to-use mobile devices and applications enabling mobile, long-range connectivity even without cell, WIFI, or satellite. As more and more first responders and industrial workers use mobile devices in the field, the need to stay connected — especially in demanding and sometimes comms-denied environments — becomes even more critical. Both of goTenna's professional radio device models — goTenna Pro and goTenna Pro X — pair with the Sonim XP8 Android smartphone via Bluetooth LE or USB tether. The Pro X device model specifically offers compatibility with third-party apps, such as the Team Awareness Kit for Android (ATAK or CivTAK) for real-time situational awareness and collaboration. The goTenna radio devices are available as standalone units and as a part of ruggedized Deployment Kits, which store, configure, and charge up to 30 units. Key features of a paired goTenna Pro radio device and Sonim's XP8 handset include: Durable: Sonim's high power 4900mAh battery charges Pro or Pro X devices paired to the handset via USB tether for multiple shifts. Programmable: goTenna's software development kit (SDK) supports custom and third-party applications for low-bandwidth data transmissions. Readily Available: The solution is available via leading Sonim resellers in the U.S. and Canada, and goTenna resellers in over 75 countries. goTenna Pro and Pro X devices meet Sonim's ultra-rugged, IP-68 performance standards, and contain Intrinsically Safe Class I and II, Division 2 Class III, Divisions 1 and 2 certifications. It is a dual band with up to 5W VHF/UHF output and enables mesh networking with a six hop limit per unit. Like Sonim XP8 handsets, goTenna Pro and Pro X devices meet the demands of austere operating environments.
Sonim Technologies, Inc. provides ultra-rugged, rugged and consumer durable mobile devices, including phones, wireless Internet data devices, tablets and accessories designed to provide extra protection for users. It sells its ruggedized mobility solutions to several of the wireless carriers in the United States, including AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon and three wireless carriers in Canada-Bell, Rogers and TELUS Mobility. Its ruggedized phones and accessories are sold through distributors in North America and Europe. Its devices and accessories connect users with voice, data, workflow and lifestyle applications that enhance the user experience while providing an extra level of protection. Its solutions include ultra-rugged mobile phones capable of connecting to both public and private wireless networks, industrial-grade accessories that meet specific application requirements and software applications and cloud-based tools that provide management and deployment services to its customers.