Samsung Electronics Galaxy 4G LTE Xcover PRO Rugged (IP Rated) Unlocked| Dual Sim | US Version (2022 Model) |64GB | Black - SM-G715U

I bought this phone to use as a mini tablet and for that use it works great. Of course the phone had a generous discount. Because it was unlocked there were none of the nagging notices from a phone company to sign up. Cheap tablets cannot compare to a quality phone for performance.

This is an industrial grade phone with a user replaceable battery and there may be some sacrifices in the features to achieve that level of durability. There appear to be 4 different versions of this phone in the US. The SM-G715A is ATT only and is currently listed on the ATT website as compatible. The SM-G715V is Verizon only. The SM-G715U is supposed to be unlocked but ATT does not currently list it as compatible on their website. It is supposed to work on Verizon. This might account for some of the problems that have been reported. It is also possible that the 3G shutdown last year caused problems for any phone, carrier or plan still using it. The SM-G715U1 is factory unlocked with no carrier specific bloatware on the one I received. I put a Page Plus Verizon MVNO SIM into it and it immediately started working with no trouble. ATT specifically lists the U1 model (but not the U) as compatible with ATT but I have not tried it. I ran the IMEI against the T-Mobile compatibility checker and it showed compatible but have not tried it. None of the Galaxy Xcover PRO models appear to be compatible with Spectrum Mobile available only to Spectrum internet customers. Although Spectrum advertises a BYOD option and runs on Verizon, they only accept a limit number of higher end phones and this isn't one of them. Bottom line seems to be if you want an XCover PRO that is compatible with most providers and carriers, get the U1 model but check with your cell provider first. You might have to pay a little extra for this one. If you only need Verizon or ATT you might save money with the carrier specific "V" or "A" versions or even the "U" version for Verizon. The factory box should be marked with the model and you can always check the "About Phone" option under "Settings" for the exact model if there are problems activating. Running the IMEI against the provider or carrier's website or contacting your provider and have them check it should also work but of course you have to have the phone in hand to do either one. When buying a phone off the internet, the option to return it if it doesn't work or is not as advertised is something to consider.

Broke this "rugged phone" on the first drop from hip height, in a case, with a tempered glass screen protector onto flat ground. Battery life is better than some but worse than most new phones. Also phone slowed down after a week or so lagging between apps and was constantly waiting for the keyboard to pop up. Would not buy again.

The phone is pretty good and it can take a hit. When it does fall it usually comes apart with the back and battery flying off. I highly doubt it's waterproof with how easily the back just looks off. For the price it's a descent phone. Good customization of the physical buttons and the fingerprint sensor works fast.

I bought this refurbished, and it served me well for two years, then it locked up, and I have been unable to reset it. Great features: can hold TWO sim cards, and has a replaceable battery and hold a Huge SD card. You can't find these features in any Android, and you never could in an Aplle phone. Just wish it has lasted as long as my S5 - which lasted ten years.

This model is older but includes updates from the 6 pro, like the headphone jack. I absolutely love this phone! Might not have 5G, but neither does most of the places I actually travel to in the states. Willing to bet this phone will definitely last me until 5G is a commonplace as 4G is now, then I'll upgrade to the 6 Pro that includes it at a steep discount like this new XCOVER Pro was. $300 for a more than capable, durable and stylish phone. Some reviews are misleading, wireless charging is not included on this model but is very easily(and hella cheaply) added. The back plate is removable with just a finger nail so adding wireless charging, a new extended battery or just dealing in an extra battery for power when charging is unavailable is very easy. Very durable and ip68 rated so a great first phone for your kids or great for us clumsy folk that are 30-40+yr old kids.