AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonim
Technologies (Nasdaq: SONM) today announced that its XP8
Android ultra-rugged smartphone is among the initial devices that
are approved for Verizon's new Push-to-Talk Responder
mission-critical, interoperable-ready solution.
Verizon Push-to-Talk Responder is built to 3GPP MCPTT standards,
complements the capabilities provided by Land Mobile Radio (LMR)
networks, and is designed to empower first responders to quickly
assess a situation and communicate through text, data and, in the
future, live video streaming. The Sonim XP8, which is purpose-built
for public safety, includes many features that enhance the PTT
experience. Features supported by Push-to-Talk Responder running on
XP8 include:
- Dedicated PTT button – no need to wake the device up or launch
the app like consumer smartphones
- Red (Emergency) Button – instantly alert dispatch and/or
emergency services
- Ultra-loud speakers and noise suppression – ensure you can stay
in communication in the harshest conditions
- Mission-critical accessories – a broad range of industrial
accessories, including remote speaker microphones, wireless mics
and in-vehicle mounts to address the common needs of first
responders
"We are very pleased to have worked alongside Verizon for the
development and testing of their new mission-critical push-to-talk
offering, Push-to-Talk Responder," said Sonim CMO John Graff. "The
enhanced functionality and improved performance Verizon is bringing
to first responders, combined with the purpose-built PTT features
in the Sonim XP8, should further the acceptance and growth of
rugged cellular-based mobility solutions in public safety."
A key feature of Push-to-Talk Responder is the ability to have
interoperable voice communications with LMR radios via a solution
from Mutualink, a long-time Sonim partner. The Mutualink gateway
supports the 3GPP's interworking function (IWF) standard for
interoperability.
To learn more about the Sonim XP8, click here.
To learn more about Verizon Push-to-Talk Responder, click here.
About Sonim
Sonim Technologies is a leading U.S.
provider of ultra-rugged mobility solutions designed specifically
for task workers physically engaged in their work environments,
often in mission-critical roles. The Sonim solution includes
ultra-rugged mobile phones, a suite of industrial-grade
accessories, and data and workflow applications which are
collectively designed to increase worker productivity,
communication and safety on the job site. Please visit
https://sonimtech.com/.
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