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Hello, I am a rancher, and am very rough on my cell phone. I am looking at various 'tough phones', and am considering the old sonim xp1 or xp3. If I purchase an 'unlocked' one, would it be able to work on our US Cellular carrier? Here in this part of Nebraska, us cellular is my best choice for coverage. Thanks!
Unfortunately, you won't be able to use this phone with US Cellular. This phones works on the GSM bands and US Cellular uses CDMA technology. They are not compatible. It will work with T-Mobile or AT&T. Since coverage is key because without it it doesn't matter about the phone, I wouldn't recommend switching carriers. You will need to get a phone from US Cellular, because if you tried flashing a Verizon or Sprint phone to them, it would likely cause issues, but that would be your only option. I would recommend using the best rugged phone that US Cellular offers or better yet, buying an Otterbox case for your phone. Those are what you really need for ruggedized. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.
Experience
Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.
Organizations
I belong to several organizations
Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications
Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years
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