Samsung made a phone for chaos and T-Mobile just made it free (for some)
Just a month after Samsung launched the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro, it is now officially available at T-Mobile. Designed for those who deal with chaos head-on, the XCover 7 Pro brings serious durability and performance for emergency teams, field workers and frontline professionals.
Starting May 15, T-Mobile customers can grab the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro, which is fully certified for T-Mobile 's T-Priority – a special 5G solution made to keep first responders connected when everything else might be breaking down. This means faster speeds, less lag and network priority when it matters most. Here is what T-Mobile is offering for public safety agencies, emergency teams and business users: Get the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro for free (or up to $600 off an eligible Samsung device) with a new line on Business Unlimited Advanced — no trade-in required.
Get it free (or up to $800 off an eligible device) when you trade in an eligible device on an eligible Business Unlimited plan as an existing customer.
– Mo Katibeh, Chief Marketing Officer, T-Mobile Business Group, May 2025 The XCover 7 Pro isn't about flashy specs – it is all about getting the job done no matter the conditions. It is IP68 rated for water and dust resistance, MIL-STD-810H certified for durability and protected by Gorilla Glass Victus Plus. The rugged build can handle drops, shocks, extreme temps, and more. It even has pogo pins if you need an alternative charging setup.
You also get a glove-friendly touchscreen and push-to-talk (PTT) support for instant communication. Combine that with T-Priority's 5G network slice and you are looking at a device that stays connected when others might struggle.
The XCover 7 Pro is the latest in Samsung's rugged series. | Image credit – Samsung While it is not aiming to be a spec monster, the XCover 7 Pro does see a solid upgrade over the standard model: Chipset : Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (a big jump from the Dimensity 6100 Plus in the non-Pro version)
: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (a big jump from the Dimensity 6100 Plus in the non-Pro version) Display : 6.6-inch TFT LCD with a waterdrop notch
: 6.6-inch TFT LCD with a waterdrop notch RAM/Storage : 6 GB + 128 GB (expandable to 2TB)
: 6 GB + 128 GB (expandable to 2TB) Battery : 4,350mAh removable battery
: 4,350mAh removable battery Cameras : 50 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 13 MP selfie
It ships with Android 15 out of the box and is promised seven years of OS and security updates. That is a major boost compared to other XCover phones.
So if your job throws you into chaotic situations where staying connected is non-negotiable, the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro could be the perfect fit. But if you are exploring other options, it is worth checking out the best rugged phones available right now to see what suits your needs. For example, if you are on Verizon instead of T-Mobile , the carrier's exclusive Kyocera DuraForce PRO 3 is a solid alternative – it is MIL-STD-810H certified and built to handle drops from up to 5 feet onto concrete without breaking a sweat.
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