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Thuraya X5-Touch

The world’s smartest satellite phone

Description

Size

145 x 78 x 24 mm

Weight

262g

Operating System

Android Nougat (7.1.2)

Available for the following sectors

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Features

Fully ruggedized

Use your smartphone in satellite mode when there is no terrestrial network available to call and send text messages using your existing list of contacts.

Dual mode. Dual SIM.

Communicate seamlessly in satellite and GSM mode: The Thuraya X5-Touch works over Thuraya’s L-band satellite network as well as GSM 2G/3G/4G/LTE networks. It comes equipped with two nano SIM card slots for complete flexibility and choice. Choose from a combination of both 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 SAT and GSM “Always On” function. For a true dual experience, you can receive calls on your GSM number even when on an active satellite call and vice versa.

Advanced navigation capabilities

The phone comes equipped with GPS, BeiDou, and Glonass systems for the highest flexibility in all regions. Use the preinstalled navigation and tracking apps to send your current location details to pre-defined numbers via SMS or email, based on pre-set time intervals, distance travelled or when moving inside or outside your pre-set geofence.

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 enabling reliable communications whenever you need it across an extended period of time.

Dedicated SOS button

The Thuraya X5-Touch has a dedicated SOS button, which is easy to use in times of distress. Even when the phone is switched off, simply press and hold the SOS button for 3 seconds, which starts the handset and triggers the SOS call (and/or SMS) to any pre-programmed number.

Make the most out of your camera

With the front and rear cameras take photos and videos anywhere. Enjoy state-of-the-art features like built-in flash, panorama mode, face detection and many more.

Expand your phone memory

With a dedicated Micro-SD slot, expand your phone memory up to 32GB and make sure you don’t run out of memory when you need it.

Connect anyway you want

Enjoy using your X5-Touch in a multi-device world. The phone comes with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC connectivity making it easy to connect.

Walk-and-Talk

The Thuraya X5-Touch facilitates reliable and efficient walk-and-talk communications due to the combination of high performance satellites from Thuraya’s network and an omni-directional antenna designed to ensure enhanced mobility.

Bring Your Own App (BYOA)

The Android platform on the Thuraya X5-Touch allows every customer and every developer to personalize the phone to their needs and to take advantage of the vast range of customization that Android provides. Don’t like the preinstalled keyboard or browser? Just download other ones from Google Play. Choose from a wide range of apps that are readily available from third party developers. The phone also integrates easily with wearables like smartwatches, healthcare wearables, etc.

The Thuraya X5-Touch is the world’s first Android based satellite & GSM phone offering unparalleled flexibility. It runs on the Android operating system and has a 5.2” full HD touchscreen for users who frequently move in and out of terrestrial coverage across a range of market sectors including government missions, energy projects, enterprise communications, and NGO deployments. It offers fast and simple connectivity on the move, in remote areas normally beyond the reach of smartphones.

Android OS

The Thuraya X5-Touch device runs on the Android platform from Google. A range of Google applications and services are preinstalled on your device, for example Gmail, Google Maps, Google Chrome, Google Search and the Google Play Store which gives you access to a multitude of available 3^rd party apps

Display

The X5-Touch comes equipped with a 5.2” full HD touchscreen made of glare resistant Gorilla® glass. The toughened glass also works while the display is wet or while you are wearing gloves.

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Thuraya X5-Touch User Manual

Where to Buy

We’ve created a more convenient way for you to access our satellite services. Simply, log on to http://services.thuraya.com/ for billing information, Prepaid or Postpaid accounts, and to send SMS messages online to Thuraya handsets.

Thuraya Online Services

The Thuraya X5-Touch and related accessories are available through Thuraya’s global Service Partners. Visit our store to find your local Service Partner: https://www.thuraya.com/where-to-buy

Thuraya GmPRS - Connect a PC/laptop for email and Internet access

The Thuraya SatSleeve+ can also be used to access emails and browse the Internet via a satellite data connection (GmPRS). There are 3 different APNs available, allowing you to choose the settings which are the most convenient for you. These available APN-names are: ‘GET’ (standard APN with no compression), ‘GETLC’ (low compression, images are being compressed), and ‘GETHC’ (high compression, images will not be downloaded to reduce website loading time).

Thuraya Recharge Services

Western Union® Quick PaySM service: Thuraya customers can now recharge pre-paid voice and data SIMs with no extra fee at over 220,000 participating Western Union agent locations. To top-up your Thuraya prepaid voice SIM card, visit a participating Western Union agent location, provide your identification and Thuraya phone number, and then re-load your prepaid SIM card with a cash payment. Family, friends and colleagues can also add pre-paid credit on behalf of a Thuraya user traveling abroad. Phone Recharge: This service enables you to acquire airtime online, using your credit card to recharge your Thuraya prepaid SIM instantly. You can also buy airtime by making a free call from your Thuraya handset. Simply dial the Thuraya toll-free number provided upon registering with FoneRecharge, and follow the voice prompts to select your recharge amount. Visit www.thurayarecharge.com to buy airtime now.Thuraya Cloud Refill: If you are a Thuraya Service Partner or distributor, you can now purchase prepaid airtime credit in bulk online and distribute it either directly to your end users or through your own distribution network. Learn more

Indoor Repeaters

Indoor repeaters use an indoor antenna to transmit Thuraya satellite services inside buildings. Read more

Solar Chargers

A solar charger can be used to charge the X5-Touch, removing the need for access to electricity.

Spare Battery

An additional battery serves as a backup for the X5-Touch and extends usage time when you have no access to electricity.

Car Charger

A car charger ensures that the X5-Touch is never out of power while you are on the move.

Travel Charger

The travel charger connects your phone to a mains socket. The exchangeable plugs allow charging in most parts of the world.

External Satellite Antenna

For improved satellite signal reception when used on the move (e.g. in boats or cars) or in areas at the edge of the Thuraya coverage. Read more

Spare USB Data Cables

With a USB data cable, you can upgrade the software of the X5-Touch easily when new software versions are released.

Aquapacs

Waterproof your Thuraya handset with a submersible Aquapac! Safely protect your Thuraya phone from water, dust, dirt, snow, sand, oil and whatever else you might encounter. Read more