Sonim, a leader in ultra-rugged mobile devices, has unveiled its latest creation—the Sonim XP Pro Thermal, its first smartphone equipped with an integrated thermal camera. Designed for professionals in home maintenance, inspection, automotive repair, and industrial applications, this rugged device brings unparalleled durability and advanced thermal imaging capabilities.
Built for Extreme Conditions & Professional Use
The Sonim XP Pro Thermal builds on the XP Pro released a few months ago, maintaining its robust build and high-performance internals while adding a FLIR Lepton 3.5 thermal camera.
Key Features & Specifications:
📌 Processor: Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
📌 RAM & Storage: 8GB RAM | 256GB storage (+ microSD expansion)
📌 Display: 6.58” FHD+ with Gorilla Glass Victus 2
📌 Battery: 5,000mAh
📌 Software: Android 14
📌 Thermal Camera: FLIR Lepton 3.5, works with Sonim IRIS app & FLIR Thermal Studio
The FLIR Lepton 3.5 thermal sensor enables professionals to detect electrical issues, assess home insulation, identify leaks behind walls, and analyze heat distribution in various industries. The phone’s Sonim IRIS SDK also allows custom apps to leverage the thermal imaging capabilities.
Sonim positions the XP Pro Thermal as an ideal tool for electrical maintenance, HVAC and plumbing, industrial inspections, energy sector work, construction, agriculture, pest control, and first responders.
Unmatched Durability & Rugged Performance
Engineered to Sonim’s Rugged Performance Standards, the XP Pro Thermal is designed to withstand extreme conditions, including:
✔ Water & Dust Resistance: IP68 & IPX9K certified (pending third-party lab testing)
✔ Military-Grade Durability: MIL-STD-810H certification for shock, impact, and extreme temperatures
With its rugged build, reinforced corners, and sealed ports, this device is built to endure harsh environments where standard smartphones fail.
Availability & Pre-Orders
📅 Pre-orders for the Sonim XP Pro Thermal will open soon, with an initial launch in Europe and South Africa in Q2 2025 (April–June). A broader international rollout will follow, though pricing details are yet to be announced.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
