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Crosscall awarded a Gold EcoVadis medal for its CSR performance

EcoVadis, a globally recognized Corporate Social Responsibility rating organization, awarded Crosscall a gold medal, ranking the company among their TOP 5% of the highest-performing companies in this field. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT OF CROSSCALL’S CSR PERFORMANCE Each year, Crosscall has its CSR performance evaluated by EcoVadis, an independent third party that assesses the performance of over 125,000 companies of all sizes in 175 countries based on 4 criteria: Environment, Social, Ethics, and Responsible Purchasing. The latest assessment conducted at the end of 2023 by EcoVadis highlighted Crosscall’s new progress and the continuous improvement work carried out over the years. Crosscall’s CSR performance now earns it a gold medal and a ranking among the top 5% of companies rated by EcoVadis, across all sectors. STELLAR-X5: AN ECO-DESIGN APPROACH THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Among the initiatives that have allowed Crosscall to progress this year, many achievements are linked to Crosscall’s commitment to offering sustainable solutions. The work done on the design of the STELLAR-X5, Crosscall’s latest smartphone, demonstrates the desire to go even further. Guaranteed for 5 years, it is made of 26% recycled materials that have proven their durability by successfully passing the tests the company conducts on all its products. Additionally, the STELLAR-X5 is sold without a charger or earphones, which helps reduce production and shrink the size of its packaging made entirely from recycled cardboard. A DAILY COMMITMENT FROM ALL TEAMS The actions taken by Crosscall to improve its CSR performance are not limited to product design. Indeed, all the teams and departments of the company make daily efforts in this direction. Our teams are working to develop the range of refurbished products to give your smartphones a second life. Employees are trained and made aware of corporate responsibility topics such as ethics, responsible purchasing, and non-discriminatory recruitment. Many initiatives are being implemented to continue creating a safe and fulfilling environment for our teams. The feedback provided by EcoVadis during this assessment will help determine and prioritize the areas of work that will allow us to continue progressing in the years to come. To learn more about the CSR policy and the actions taken by Crosscall, feel free to consult the 2023 CSR Report.

Crosscall launches core-z5, the smartphone as powerful as it is durable

Crosscall, the French manufacturer of ultra-rugged, waterproof, and durable smartphones and tablets, unveils CORE-Z5, its first 5G smartphone. Crosscall has never reached such power: its Qualcomm QCM6490 processor and compatibility with the latest generation networks (5G, WiFi 6/6E) combine to offer optimal service quality in all circumstances. Displaying reliability, durability, and robustness beyond compare, the CORE-Z5 adapts to the most demanding conditions. The first 5G smartphone on the market with a full 5-year warranty, the CORE-Z5 positions itself as a long-term investment for the user. CORE-Z5: THE MOST POWERFUL CROSSCALL SMARTPHONE With the CORE-Z5, Crosscall adds to its smartphone range its most powerful model without compromising the DNA that made the brand successful. The CORE-Z5 is thus the first 5G smartphone on the market with a full 5-year warranty. Its Qualcomm® QCM6490 processor was chosen by our engineers for its performance and the benefits linked to the “Extended Life” program it is part of: operating system updates are ensured as well as security updates. Certified AER (Android Enterprise Recommended), the CORE-Z5 integrates all the security and update requirements related to this certification as well as simplified deployment and management of mobile fleets in companies. The CORE-Z5 is ultra-rugged: it meets the MIL-STD-810H military standard, including repeated mechanical stress tests in extreme climatic conditions (-25° to +60°) as well as drops from 2 meters onto hard surfaces and resistance to various liquids (chlorinated water, engine oil, corrosive products…). Crosscall engineers paid special attention to battery life and longevity, which are the most important criteria for users when choosing their smartphone. The CORE-Z5’s battery offers a large capacity (4,950mAh) which, combined with low-power components, provides you with 44 hours of talk time. The CORE-Z5 benefits from fast charging with only 42 minutes needed to charge to 50%, as well as reverse charging: you can thus use the CORE-Z5 as a portable battery to recharge a colleague’s or friend’s phone, or even another device such as headphones or a flashlight using the dual USB-C cable included in its eco-designed packaging. As for the battery lifespan, it is 800 charge cycles allowing you to rely on a device whose battery life will be an asset every day but also for several years. Crosscall thus hopes to slow down the frequency of mobile phone replacement, an essential goal in its commitment to more responsible and sustainable telephony to meet current environmental and economic challenges. With a 5-year warranty and a repairability score of 9.1/10, the CORE-Z5 positions itself as a long-term investment for all those seeking performance in a smartphone designed to last longer and be more repairable. A TRUE MOBILE OFFICE Security, industry, or construction professions: there are countless sectors accelerating their digitalization. Today, the smartphone must perform the most diverse tasks to become one with the user. That is why the CORE-Z5 concentrates a maximum of features dedicated to professionals while adapting to demanding environments. The CORE-Z5’s ergonomics have been specially studied by our designers: its 6.08’’ HD screen with a 19:9 ratio combines optimal reading comfort and easy handling. Thus, it is perfectly suited for viewing maps or 3D plans, filling out forms, or entering health reports, even with gloves thanks to Glove Touch technology. Its 48-megapixel camera with Fusion4 technology and 4K video camera offer optimal image quality even in low light. To enable all professionals to work in all circumstances, Crosscall teams have integrated an innovative feature: a solution to replace the computer with the smartphone offering a unique experience in terms of mobility and productivity to all professionals who alternate daily between field and administrative tasks. Thanks to this, you will enjoy a dedicated interface similar to that on a computer (multi-windows, launch bar…), by connecting the CORE-Z5 directly to a simple screen*. Thus, the CORE-Z5 transforms into a computer and becomes the work tool that centralizes data for all professionals. This solution also opens up the possibility for all users, depending on their use, to limit their personal equipment to a single device. *This solution, available during the first quarter of 2023, will be deployed via an update on all CORE-Z5 smartphones, including those already in circulation. OPTIMIZED FOR CRITICAL COMMUNICATION The CORE-Z5 benefits from all CROSSCALL expertise in group communication. It also meets all the necessary criteria to establish itself as the essential tool for critical missions, replacing older portable tools. Compatible with Push-to-Talk and equipped with four programmable buttons, the CORE-Z5 transforms into a 2.0 walkie-talkie allowing communication and sharing of content previously inaccessible by this type of technology (photos, videos, geolocation…), simultaneously with several people, without distance limits; a need increasingly present in companies, especially for field professionals. To ensure optimal communication even in noisy environments, Crosscall engineers chose a 2W speaker with 100 dB, three times more powerful than average. Also note the precision of its GPS which reaches 3 meters, whereas GPS in market smartphones generally offer 10 meters accuracy. The CORE-Z5 is also compatible with high-speed 4G and 5G PMR (Private Mobile Radio), a feature particularly sought after by companies across all sectors. It allows access to private or public networks, thus guaranteeing the security of exchanged data as well as communications in all circumstances thanks to the prioritization and preemption mechanism of flows. Professionals can thus communicate without network loss between multiple remote sites to carry out critical interventions requiring close cooperation. To meet the needs of different professions, the CORE-Z5 covers many private network bands: n28, n38, n40, n77, n78 in 5G and bands 28, 38, 40, and 68 on the 4G network. The CORE-Z5 is thus the first smartphone in the world compatible with band 68 (700 MHz) which, in most European Union countries, belongs to state organizations and is dedicated to public safety. In France, this frequency band belongs to the Ministry of the Interior and allows law enforcement to enjoy private and secure communication during interventions. This compatibility thus represents a real strength for Crosscall, which already equips all the Gendarmerie and National Police forces and has made group communication its major development focus.

Class40 Crosscall World Championship Crowned Champion

One year after its launch, the Class40 Crosscall won the World Championship in its category this weekend in La Rochelle. A title that validates the full potential of this prototype combining innovation and durability, as well as that of its skipper with an atypical profile. After his two freeride ski world titles, Aurélien Ducroz adds a new world title to his record, demonstrating once again his thirst for victory and his ability to lead ambitious projects. Aurélien Ducroz: "I have experienced two World Championship titles in skiing, this is the first in sailing, it’s extraordinary! We sailed well during the first three days of the championship with three great races always in the leading group. It was largely decided by maneuvers, and we were quite good at that. Of course, we are frustrated not to have done more, but now we can only be happy with the result! Racing as a crew reminded me of the Tour de France à la Voile that I did in Diam24 three years in a row… You regain reflexes even though it’s a bit physical on these boats, but it was very enjoyable. The collaboration with Vincent Riou was simply extraordinary. Sailing with someone who has so much experience is a real privilege and a true pleasure. Also, I thank him enormously as well as everyone else who was on board, David Sineau, Eric Levet, Thomas Audren, not forgetting my boat captain Jonathan Chodkiewiez with whom I am very happy to have shared this moment. I am super proud to bring this World Championship title to this great project that we have been building since last year with my partners from the Crosscall Sailing Team, Crosscall at the forefront, who was the first to trust me in the project of building our prototype." CLASS40 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PODIUM 1. CROSSCALL (166) – Aurélien DUCROZ 2. INTER INVEST (175) – Matthieu PERRAUT 3. REDMAN (161) – Antoine CARPENTIER UPCOMING RACES July 17: start of the Drheam Cup, solo race, in Cherbourg. November 6: start of the Route du Rhum destination Guadeloupe.

HOW TO TURN YOUR SMARTPHONE INTO A WALKIE-TALKIE?

The walkie-talkie is the gadget everyone loves. Used to coordinate teams in the field, it is also very practical for communicating with friends during a mountain biking or hiking outing. Now, thanks to Push To Talk (PTT) applications, you can turn any smartphone into a real walkie-talkie. PUSH-TO-TALK APPLICATIONS AKA PTT The principle of a Push-To-Talk application can be summed up in one phrase: Press, talk! You got it, this is exactly the principle of a walkie-talkie. In short, Push-To-Talk applications allow you to create discussion groups to which you can communicate orally, instantly, by pressing a single button. Unlike a traditional walkie-talkie, Push-To-Talk applications use 3G/4G/WiFi networks which limits their use to covered areas but on the other hand allows for unlimited range. X-TALK, THE FREE WALKIE-TALKIE APPLICATION DEVELOPED BY CROSSCALL At CROSSCALL, we developed our own walkie-talkie application: X-TALK. Available on all Android smartphones, this application allows all CROSSCALL owners to create a discussion group and communicate instantly with group members. Once launched, X-TALK lets you follow a conversation or instructions without having to pick up your phone. To talk, it’s simple: press once and it’s your turn. The new CROSSCALL smartphones are even equipped with a dedicated button for this use for easy and quick access. With X-TALK, you can also share your geolocation with the entire group. CONFIGURE A PUSH-TO-TALK APPLICATION ON A PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONIf you own a CROSSCALL or any other phone equipped with a programmable button, you can configure this button so that each press communicates directly via your Push-To-Talk application in the group of your choice.To configure a Push-To-Talk application on a CROSSCALL smartphone: Go to Settings then Buttons Then in Dedicated Button, click the blue gear next to Custom Select the Push-To-Talk application and you’re done! To configure the button in the X-TALK application: Open the X-TALK application Click the 3 dots at the top right Then select “Configure the PTT button” Follow the instructions

ANDROID TIPS

To help you fully enjoy the features of your CROSSCALL, here are some tips related to using Android. CROSSCALL smartphones run on the Android operating system, a platform that represents 80% of devices on the market. To offer you ever more comfort and smoothness, its features are constantly evolving. That’s why we wanted to offer you some tips and tricks so you can fully enjoy your CROSSCALL Action Phone. GOOGLE ACCOUNT [ASTUCE ANDROID – COMPTE GOOLE] First of all, if you haven’t already, create a Google account. Since Android is the operating system created by Alphabet, you will then be able to enjoy all its features: Gmail, Youtube, Google Drive, as well as Google Calendar and Contacts. Your data will be automatically synchronized across your connected devices. To create an account, simply go to the GOOGLE site. Ps: Create this account seriously and keep your address and password safe. If you lose your phone, you will be able to recover contacts and even locate the device directly via your computer. SET THE DATE AND TIME [ASTUCE ANDROID – DATE ET HEURE] Want to take a little trip through time or just set the date and time on your smartphone? It’s very simple: 1. Open your phone settings from the main menu.2. Scroll down the menu to the "Date / Time" tab and click on it.3. You can choose manual or automatic time setting. Ps: The automatic setting works thanks to the internet network. If you connect to a Wi-Fi network abroad, the time should update automatically. SCREENSHOT [ASTUCE ANDROID – CAPTURE D’ÉCRAN] Want to keep a record of some information without having to write it down, or simply capture a friend’s Snapchat? Screenshot is the best solution! It’s very simple: 1. Press the Volume Down button and the Power button simultaneously.2. Find your screenshot in your Photo Gallery. Ps: Don’t forget that if you take a Screenshot of a friend’s Snapchat, they will be notified of your action! REMOVE THE SOUND / VIBRATIONS FROM YOUR TOUCHSCREEN KEYBOARD [ASTUCE ANDROID – SON ET VIBRATION DU CLAVIER] Want to remove the sound and/or vibrations from your keyboard keys? It’s very simple: 1. Open your phone settings from the main menu.2. Scroll down the menu to the "Sounds and notifications" tab and click on it.3. Click on the "Other sounds" tab.4. You can choose to enable or disable the sound and vibrations of your touchscreen keyboard. INSTALLING AN APP [ASTUCE ANDROID – INSTALLER/DÉSINSTALLER UNE APPLICATION] The Play Store gives you access to over a million apps you can install. To install an app, it's very simple: 1. Open the Play Store.2. Search for the desired app in the search bar.3. Click the icon of the app you want to download.4. Click the "install" button for a free app or "buy" for a paid app.5. Installation begins. Once finished, a shortcut is created in the app launcher. You can then move it to your home page (see how to move an app). UNINSTALL AN APP [ASTUCE ANDROID – DÉSINSTALLER UNE APPLICATION] Apps take up a lot of space on your phone's memory. So it's necessary to do some cleaning from time to time by deleting apps you no longer use. To uninstall an app, it's very simple: 1. Open the Play Store.2. Search for the desired app in the search bar.3. Click the icon of the app you want to uninstall.4. Click the "Uninstall" button. If you purchased this app, the purchase will remain recorded on your Google account, allowing you to download it again for free. MOVE AN APP ON THE HOME SCREEN [ASTUCE ANDROID – DÉPLACER UNE APPLICATION SUR L’ÉCRAN D’ACCUEIL] Android allows you to move your app icons on your home screen to access them more quickly. How to do it? It's very simple: 1. Press and hold your finger on the icon of the app to move until the screen duplicates.2. Without releasing your finger, drag the icon to the desired location.3. You can release your finger. CREATE AN APP FOLDER [ASTUCE ANDROID – CRÉER UN DOSSIER D’APPLICATIONS] Organizing your apps into a folder allows you to find them faster by providing direct access from your home screen. To create a folder, it's very simple: 1. Press and hold your finger on the icon of the app to move until the screen duplicates.2. Without releasing your finger, drag the icon over another app's icon. A white circle should appear under your finger.3. You can release your finger. The two apps are grouped into the same folder. Similarly, you can add new apps to this same folder. REMOVE AN APP FROM THE HOME SCREEN [ASTUCE ANDROID – ENLEVER UNE APPLICATION DE L’ÉCRAN D’ACCUEIL] You want to remove an app from your home screen without uninstalling it. It's very simple: Press and hold your finger on the icon of the app you want to remove from the home screen. Slide it to the "delete" button that appears at the top left of your screen. You can release your finger. DISABLE NOTIFICATIONS FOR AN APP [ASTUCE ANDROID – DÉSACTIVER LES NOTIFICATIONS D’UNE APPLICATION (LOLIPOP 5.1.1)] Notifications allow you to be alerted but can be intrusive, so sometimes it can be useful to disable them. It's very simple: 1. Open your phone's "Settings" from the main menu.2. Open the "Sounds and Notifications" tab.3. Open the "App Notifications" tab.4. Choose your app.5. You can choose whether or not to allow the app to generate different types of notifications:– No notification– Display them even when priority mode is activated– Display them on the lock screenNote that these last 2 modes can be complementary CLOSE RUNNING APPLICATIONS (TASK MANAGER) [ASTUCE ANDROID – GESTIONNAIRE DE TÂCHES] When you return to your menu, apps may continue running in the background. This extended activity can reduce your battery life. You can stop an app’s activity using the task manager. It’s very simple: 1. Tap the "square" button (Or press twice simultaneously on the central button if your phone runs an Android version earlier than 5.1.1)2. Swipe left or right with your finger on the apps you want to stop activity for USE YOUR PHONE AS A MODEM - CONNECTION SHARING [ASTUCE ANDROID – PARTAGE DE CONNEXION PAR CÂBLE, WIFI, BLUETOOTH] You are on the go and want to connect to the Internet to check your emails or access your documents; your smartphone can share its Internet connection with another device like a computer, for example. To use this feature, you must have an appropriate subscription (data) and 3G/4G internet access. To activate sharing, it’s very simple: WIFI / BLUETOOTH 1. Access your phone's "Settings" from the main menu.2. Select the "Wireless and networks" category.3. Open the "More" tab then "Connection Sharing."4. On first use, enter "WIFI Hotspot Settings"– Customize the name and password of your hotspot– Return to the "Connection Sharing" menu– Check the box for the "Wi-Fi Hotspot" or Bluetooth line depending on your preferences. By searching for a wifi or bluetooth network from your computer or tablet, you will see your phone's router appear. Simply connect to it using your password. USB 1. Connect your two devices using the USB OTG port.2. Access your smartphone's "Settings" through the main menu.3. Select the "More" tab in the "Wireless and networks" category4. Open the "Connection Sharing" tab5. Activate the "Via USB" function WIDGETS[ASTUCE ANDROID – À QUOI SERVENT LES WIDGETS] Many people wonder what Widgets are for. In reality, they are quite practical as they allow access to an application or the content of an application without going through it.They then offer different customization options to provide you with an even more practical and efficient look directly from your home screen.

How to Use Your Phone as a Modem, Tethering

You are on the go and want to connect to the Internet to check your emails or access your documents. Your smartphone can share its Internet connection with another device, such as a computer. To use this feature, you need to have an appropriate (data) subscription and 3G/4G Internet access. Activating the sharing is very simple. WIFI / BLUETOOTH 1. Access your phone's "Settings" from the main menu. 2. Select the "Wireless & networks" category. 3. Open the "More" tab then "Tethering". 4. At first use, go to "Wi-Fi hotspot settings": – Customize the name and password of your hotspot– Return to the "Tethering" menu– Check the box for "Wi-Fi hotspot" or Bluetooth depending on your preference. USB 1. Connect your two devices using the USB OTG port. 2. Go to your smartphone's "Settings" through the main menu. 3. Select the "More" tab in the "Wireless & networks" category 4. Open the "Tethering" tab 5. Activate the "Via USB" function

How to turn off the sound/vibrations on your touchscreen keyboard

Do you want to disable the sound and/or vibrations of your keyboard keys? It’s very simple. 1. Open your phone settings from the main menu. 2. Scroll down the menu to the "Sounds and notifications" tab and click on it. 3. Click on the "Other sounds" tab. 4. You can choose to enable or disable the sound and vibrations of your touchscreen keyboard.

How to take a screenshot?

 Want to keep a record of information without having to write it down, or simply capture a friend's Snapchat? Screenshot is the best solution! CROSSCALL explains how to do it! 1. Press the Volume Down button and the Power button on the phone simultaneously.2. Hold them down until you hear a click or see a "flash" on your screen.3. Find your screenshot in your Photo Gallery. It will also appear in the notification bar with a preview of the capture. PS: Warning, if you take a screenshot of a friend's Snapchat, they will know too

How to remove an app from the home screen

You want to remove an app from your home screen without uninstalling it. It's very simple. 1. Press and hold your finger on the app icon you want to remove from the home screen. 2. Slide it to the "delete" button that appears at the top left of your screen. 3. You can release your finger.

Write your texts hands-free

You’re behind the wheel, helping a friend during a climbing session, or feeling a bit lazy—thanks to the voice recognition technology built into Android phones, you can now write your SMS without even touching your smartphone using voice input! Activating voice input To be able to dictate text, you first need to activate voice input: Go to « Settings » then « Languages & input ». Click on « Current keyboard » and « Select keyboards ». Activate the “Google Voice Input” mode in “Voice Output Mode” then “On”. Open the SMS app. Click the Microphone key located to the right of the keyboard. The message Speak now appears. Dictate your text clearly. If possible, avoid long sentences and complicated words that might not be in the dictionary stored on your TREKKER-X3. As you dictate, the text automatically appears on the screen. Make corrections if necessary. Click Send. The “OK GOOGLE” method In addition to sending SMS, this feature lets you perform various tasks using your voice (write an email, do an internet search, check the weather…). On the home screen of your TREKKER-X3, you can see a Microphone icon to the right of the Google search bar. Tap it and say “send SMS to (*your contact’s name*)”. If this is your first time, Google will need access to the contacts saved on your device. Click « Yes, I accept » to use this feature. Dictate your SMS clearly, making sure to pause briefly between each word. Android’s voice recognition system automatically creates an SMS. All you have to do is click on « Send ». equipment used TREKKER-X3

Import / export your contact list

This tip* explains how to compress your contact list so you can then import it into your new CROSSCALL smartphone or export it from your old phone. 1. Go to the “Contacts” app on your Android smartphone. 2. Click on the “three vertical dots” at the top right. 3. Select “Import / Export.” 4. Choose the option you need between “Import from VCF file,” “Export to VCF file,” or “Share visible contacts,” which allows you to send your contacts directly via the app you want (Gmail, WhatsApp…). CONTACT EXPORT 1. After clicking on “Export to VCF file,” press “OK” to the prompt, and a .vcf file will be created at the root of your phone. Here, it is the file “00001.vcf.”2. Then import this file onto your new CROSSCALL smartphone by following the steps explained above, and you’re done! CONTACT IMPORT After clicking on “Import from VCF file,” you will have the choice to save your contacts on your “Phone” or your Gmail account. The second option will allow you to access your contacts anywhere. *This tip was made with the CROSSCALL TREKKER-X3.

Photos, videos, contacts: transfer all your data to your computer

There are a few simple methods to transfer all your personal data from your old device to your new CROSSCALL smartphone (music, videos, photos, ringtones, downloads…). Follow the guide! VIA USB CABLE Certainly the simplest method. Connect your device to the computer via your USB cable, your X-DOCK station, or X-CABLE if your smartphone is equipped with X-LINK™ technology. Don’t forget to select the “Transfer files (MTP)” option from the list that appears. Transfer your data either to your computer or to your SD card and find them again by following these simple steps: Retrieve the contacts file (in .vcf format) previously saved, which should be located at the root of your phone. Back up the “DCIM”, “Pictures”, and “Video” folders for your photos, videos, and screenshots. If you own a TREKKER-X4, the access path will differ depending on whether you captured your videos with the Camera App or with the X-CAM App and your Action Cam. Here it is: DCIM>Camera, for photos and videos captured with the Camera App. DCIM > Xcamera > Video > EXPORTED VIDEOS, for videos exported from the X-CAM App on your TREKKER-X4. 3. Copy your “Download” folder which may contain downloaded and/or transferred files (always check). 4. Check the “media”, “Ringtones”, and “Sounds” folders to take your music, audio recordings, and other ringtones you want to keep. If you are transferring your data from a Mac computer to your Android smartphone, you will need to download software like Android File Transfer. VIA THE CLOUD Install a “Cloud” application on all your devices: your old and new smartphone as well as your computer. The advantage of having your data synchronized in the “cloud” is to be able to back them up on all your devices, regardless of their operating system. There are many solutions such as DropBox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive, etc. The iCloud solution developed by Apple can also be installed on PC but you will only be able to synchronize contacts, calendars, reminders, and emails. For the rest, you will need to download one or more specific applications from the Play Store, free or paid. Upload your photos and videos to the application installed on one of your devices, and all the others will synchronize automatically! FOR PHOTOS & VIDEOS: GOOGLE PHOTOS This application is particularly easy to use. You will be able to find all your images and videos on all your devices, including on your computer via the website. Download it from your PlayStore if it is not already natively installed on your phone. When opening the application for the first time, it will ask if you want to “backup and sync” your files. Click “Ok” and you’re done. All your files are now backed up and synchronized across your devices.