We have selected all the specifications of the Sonim ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 and have listed them below.
The Sonim ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 was launched in June 2015. The phone comes with a 2,6 inch screen with a resolution of 320 x 432 pixels.
Processor
This Sonim is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8926 chip with a 1,2 GHz Quad-Core processor. This chipset has a quad-core processor with 1024 MB RAM.
IP68
An IP68 rating means that a phone is dust tight and can be submerged in water for extended periods of time without damage. This rating is determined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which is an independent organization that sets standards for electrical and electronic technologies. The "6" in the IP68 rating indicates that the phone is completely dust tight, while the "8" indicates that it can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters without any damage.
Camera
The ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 has a 5 megapixel camera, Please note that this device does not have expandable memory and that you regularly transfer the photos to the computer or the cloud to have enough space. Furthermore, this phone has keys for easy texting. It is often at the expense of the screen size.
ATEX zone 2/22
The ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 is an ATEX zone 2/22 certified smartphone. ATEX certified telephones are mandatory in places where there is a risk of explosion. They do not produce heat, sparks or fire and are therefore explosion-proof. Zone 2/22 is an area where there is little risk of gas or dust explosion (<10 hours per year). The ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 can be used safely in zones 2 and 22.
Pros
- 5 megapixel camera
- Quad core processor
- LTE support for super fast internet
- Tough phone
- IP68 certification
- Dust-proof and protected against submersion indefinitely
- ATEX Zone 2/22 certified: suitable for use in certain areas with gas and dust explosion hazard
- With a 4800 mAh battery you are not likely to run out of power
- WiFi
Negatives
- No expandable memory
- A bit heavy to use for a long time
- Too little RAM for an Android system
- There is 4 GB storage capacity available. For some users that is not enough to store many apps
Call & data functions
The Sonim ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 supports various networks. with which you can use the fast LTE network. The speed of LTE is perfect for intensive use of internet on the road where the speed does not differ much from home. Please note that it is very fast and you do not take out a small data plan, because the data is used up before you realize it. You can also connect via WiFi at home or at the office.
Memory and connection options
The Sonim has 1024 MB of RAM (1 GB) and 4 GB internal storage There is a USB connection, you can use this to exchange data with your laptop or to charge your device. Connecting Bluetooth headsets or car kits is no problem.
Do you take a lot of photos and videos? Then the storage of 4 GB is less suitable. You may need to clean your phone after a while. Furthermore, there are of course possibilities to expand storage in the cloud, such as with Google Drive or Dropbox.
Screen & operation
The phone is operated via the large 2,6 inch touchscreen.The Sonim ECOM Ex-Handy 209 ATEX Zone 2 can display up to a 16 millions colors. This screen has a resolution of 320 x 432 pixels. This Medium high density screen has a sharpness of 206 pixels per inch, which makes it less suitable to look at it for a long time.
Operating system
Android 4.4 KitKat, announced at the end of September 2013. You should really see this version as a minor update of the previous version and contain some improvements here and there.
Especially Google Now has a more prominent role on the device. This gives you the option to quickly look up the route if you have an appointment in the agenda. Or display the times when you are at the station. In addition, SMS and MMS are housed in Hangouts. 