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September 1, 2026
Rugged User Equipment
A raw thermal image shows heat, but heat alone doesn’t tell you what you’re looking at. Is that shape a person or a sun-warmed rock? Is that hot spot a human in the brush or a vehicle? Context is everything, and context is exactly what standard thermal cameras don’t give you.
Thermal imaging has long been valued for its ability to reveal what the human eye cannot: heat signatures that expose risk, motion, and anomalies in low-visibility environments. But thermal data alone is only half the story.
The real breakthrough is thermal blending mode – a capability that overlays thermal information onto a visible image, allowing professionals to interpret heat within real-world context. This shift transforms thermal imaging from a detection tool into a decision tool. The Sonim XP Pro Thermal makes this possible in the field, in a smartphone that goes wherever the job does.
Blending mode, often referred to as alpha blending, lets users control the balance between the thermal sensor and the visible camera, from 0% to 100%. Rather than choosing between a visual image or a thermal one, users can dynamically adjust the mix in real time as they move through an environment.
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Sonim Technologies is a leading U.S. provider of ultra-rugged mobility solutions designed specifically for task workers physically engaged in their work environments, often in mission-critical roles.
We specialize in workforce-critical communication and connectivity tools for industrial enterprises and public sector agencies including end customers in construction, energy and utility, hospitality, logistics, manufacturing, public safety and transportation.
Our solutions fall into three main categories: (1) ultra-rugged mobile devices, (2) industrial-grade accessories and (3) cloud-based software and application services.
The company is headquartered in San Diego, California and offers its solutions through the world’s leading mobile carriers.
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