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Crosscall CORE-M6 push-to-talk phone

A rugged 5G Android phone from Crosscall with a 5.99-inch screen, IP68 and IP69K sealing, a user-replaceable battery and three programmable buttons labeled PTT, AI and SOS. Crosscall gives it a five-year warranty and Android updates up to Android 20.

Will it work in your country?

Crosscall lists 9 LTE FDD and 3 LTE TDD bands for the CORE-M6, including the 800 MHz band 20 and 700 MHz band 28 that EU networks use outside cities, plus 5G n28 and n78.

Crosscall CORE-M6

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      Full specifications

      Values come from the sources listed at the end of the page. Where they disagree, both values are shown.

      Network
      LTE FDD bandsB1 B2 B3 B5 B7 B8 B20 B28 B32 (B32 downlink only, with carrier aggregation)
      LTE TDD bandsB38 B42 B43Sources differ
      5G bandsFDD n1 n3 n5 n7 n8 n20 n28; TDD n38 n41 n77 n78
      3G and 2GHSPA+ 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 MHz; GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
      SIMNano-SIM and eSIM; the second slot takes a second nano-SIM or a microSD card
      VoiceVoLTE and Wi-Fi calling, depending on the operator
      System and apps
      Operating systemAndroid 15 at launch; Crosscall guarantees upgrades to Android 16, 17, 18 and 20
      Security updatesFrom September 2025; not guaranteed after December 2033
      ChipsetQualcomm Dragonwing QCM4490, eight cores: two A78 at 2.4 GHz and six A55 at 2.0 GHz
      Memory6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage; microSD in the second SIM slot
      Device managementAndroid Enterprise Recommended, Zero Touch enrollment
      SensorsFall detection, with sensors tuned for lone-worker alarm apps; accelerometer, gyroscope, compass
      Screen and battery
      Screen5.99-inch IPS, 576 × 1152, Gorilla Glass 0.8 mm thick, 450 cd/m² (550 cd/m² in boost mode)
      TouchWorks when wet and with gloves up to 2 mm thick
      Battery4,950 mAh lithium polymer (rated capacity 4,830 mAh), user-replaceable
      Battery life (published figures)Up to 34 hours of 4G talk time and 24 days on 4G standby; 1,000 charge cycles
      ChargingUSB-C 2.0 with reverse charging; runs on USB-C power without the battery from −30 to +70 °C
      Build
      Water and dust ratingIP68 and IP69K; fresh water to 2 m for 30 minutes
      Military test standardMIL-STD-810H
      Drop40 drops from 2 m and 300 drops from 1.2 m onto concrete (Crosscall's test); EU drop reliability class A, 270 falls without defect
      LiquidsSalt and chlorinated water; hand sanitizer gel, alcohol, soap, ethanol, diesel and sweat
      Operating temperature−20 to +60 °C
      Weight260 g
      Size172.8 × 81.5 × 13.9 mm (height × width × depth)
      SpeakerFront-facing, 102.5 dBA SPL, 2 W rated and 2.5 W peak; noise reduction up to −60 dB and feedback suppression
      Keys and connectors
      Programmable buttonsThree physical buttons labeled PTT, AI and SOS, usable with gloves, with protection against accidental presses; rated for up to 700,000 presses
      Button settingsLong press or three short presses; each can call a number, open an app or switch a mode (Settings > Buttons)
      Audio connectorUSB-C
      X-LINKMagnetic connector on the back for mounts, charging and data (USB 2.0)
      Connectivity
      Wi-Fi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz
      BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
      Satellite positioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
      NFCYes, with payments
      Cameras, repair and warranty
      CamerasRear 48 MP with autofocus and LED flash; front 8 MP; video 1080p at 60 fps
      WarrantyFive years, battery included
      RepairabilityEU repairability class A, index 4.13; spare parts for ten years after the end of sale
      Software support (EU label)At least six years of security, corrective and Android updates
      On the EU market since30 September 2025
      Price at Crosscall's store€319.90 (October 2026)

      Where sources disagree

      • LTE TDD bandsProduct page: B38, B42, B43 · User guide band table: B38, B41, B42, B43

      Questions

      Does the Crosscall CORE-M6 have a push-to-talk button?

      Yes. It has three programmable physical buttons labeled PTT, AI and SOS. Crosscall says they work with gloves and resist accidental presses, and that the phone can work as a walkie-talkie.

      Is the Crosscall CORE-M6 5G?

      Yes. Crosscall lists 5G bands n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20 and n28 (FDD) and n38, n41, n77 and n78 (TDD), plus LTE bands including the 800 MHz band 20 and 700 MHz band 28.

      Is the CORE-M6 battery replaceable?

      Yes. Crosscall's EU product information sheet marks the 4,950 mAh battery as user-replaceable, and the five-year warranty covers the battery.

      How long will the CORE-M6 get updates?

      Crosscall guarantees upgrades to Android 16, 17, 18 and 20 and lists security updates until December 2033. The phone launched with Android 15.

      Does the CORE-M6 have a headphone jack?

      No. Crosscall lists USB-C as the audio connector; there is no 3.5 mm jack.

      What is the difference between the CORE-M6 and the CORE-M5?

      Crosscall says the CORE-M6 is twice as fast, supports 5G, has a speaker three times as powerful (102.5 dB), lasts longer on a charge and comes with a sturdier design.

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