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Satellite Phone Thuraya X5 Touch
The Thuraya X5-Touch is the world’s first Android-based satellite and GSM phone. It runs on the Android platform, Google, and has a 5.2” full HD touchscreen. It works over Thuraya´s L-Band satellite network, as well as GSM 2G/3G/4G/LTE networks and offers fast and simple connectivity in remote areas that are normally beyond the reach of smartphones. The Thuraya X5-Touch also has a dedicated SOS button, which is easy to use in times of distress- even when the phone is switched off. The phone comes with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC connectivity, and is equipped with two nano SIM card slots for complete flexibility and choice.
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Due to the global shortage of Thuraya X5 Touch stocks few units are currently available for sale. Contact Verasat before ordering.
Fully reinforced
The Thuraya X5-Touch is the most rugged phone in the industry with the IP67 standard and compliance with MIL 810 G / F. That means that the phone is fully protected against dust and water and is tested to withstand shock, vibration and extreme temperatures.
Dual mode Double SIM
Communicate seamlessly in satellite and GSM mode: Thuraya X5-Touch works through the Thuraya L-band satellite network, as well as through GSM 2G / 3G / 4G / LTE networks. It comes equipped with two nano SIM card slots for complete flexibility. Choose between a combination of a Thuraya SIM card and a GSM SIM card, or any combination of SIM cards that meets your requirements.
SAT and GSM “Always on”
Make and receive calls simultaneously on both networks with the unique “Always on” function of SAT and GSM. For a true dual experience, you can receive calls on your GSM number even when you are on an active satellite call and vice versa.
Advanced navigation capabilities
The phone comes equipped with GPS, BeiDou and Glonass systems for greater flexibility in all regions. Use the pre-installed navigation and tracking applications to send the details of your current location to predefined numbers by SMS or email, according to the pre-set time intervals, the distance traveled or when moving inside or outside of your pre-set geofence.
The most powerful battery
Equipped with the most powerful battery in the industry, the X5-Touch has a talk time of up to 11 hours and a standby time of up to 100 hours, allowing reliable communications whenever you need it for an extended period of time.
SOS button
The Thuraya X5-Touch has an SOS button, which is easy to use in emergency situations. Even when the phone is off, simply press and hold the SOS button for 3 seconds, which starts the handset and activates the SOS call (and / or SMS) to any preprogrammed number.
Make the most of your camera
With the front and rear cameras you can take photos and videos anywhere. Enjoy the most advanced features, such as built-in flash, panoramic mode, face detection and many more options.
Expand your memory
With the Micro-SD slot, expand your phone’s memory up to 32 GB and make sure you do not run out of memory when you need it.
Connect as you want
Enjoy using your X5-Touch in a multi-device world. The phone comes with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC connectivity, which facilitates the connection.
Walk and talk
The Thuraya X5-Touch facilitates reliable and efficient communications while you are on the go and in conversation, thanks to the combination of high-performance satellites in the Thuraya network and an omnidirectional antenna designed to guarantee improved mobility.
Install your own application (BYOA)
The Android platform in the Thuraya X5-Touch allows each client and each developer to personalize the phone according to their needs and take advantage of the wide range of customization offered by Android. Do not like the pre-installed keyboard or browser? Download others from Google Play, you will find a wide range of apps. The phone is also easily integrated with smart watches, wearables for health care, etc.
The Thuraya X5-Touch is the first Android-based GSM and satellite phone offering unparalleled flexibility. It works with the Android operating system and has a 5.2 “Full HD touch screen for users who frequently enter and leave the terrestrial coverage in a wide range of market sectors, such as government missions, energy projects, business communications and deployments. NGO – Offers fast and simple on-the-go connectivity in remote areas that are normally beyond the reach of smartphones.
Android operating system
The Thuraya X5-Touch device runs on Google’s Android platform. A range of Google applications and services are pre-installed on the device, for example, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Chrome, Google Search and the Google Play Store, giving you access to a multitude of applications.
Screen
The X5-Touch comes equipped with a 5.2 “Full HD touch screen made of glare-resistant Gorilla® glass, tempered glass also works when the screen is wet or while wearing gloves.
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