RV FEATURE
Satellite phones and messengers are the solution for people who live and work in areas with poor to no terrestrial connection , and for those who venture into areas without normal mobile reception . They come in different shapes and sizes , with varying levels of features for staying in touch .
These devices are , nowadays , as easy to use as any mobile phone . So where to begin when looking for the right solution for you ?
IRIDIUM GO !
The Iridium GO ! is a compact device that connects to your smartphone or tablet via a free app to the Iridium satellite network . It ’ s a unique satellite wifi hotspot that comes with handy features such as voice calling , SMS texting , email and SOS alerting . Standby battery life is 15 hours , with 5.5 hours of talk time . It ’ s also water , shock and dust-resistant .
Up to five smart devices can connect to the Iridium Go ! by simply changing their wi-fi settings and accessing the features via the Iridium GO ! app .
The GO ! starts at $ 1395 , with $ 0 up-front payment on a 12 or 24- month Telstra contract .
IRIDIUM EXTREME 9575
If you are a hunter , hiker or travel enthusiast , the Iridium Extreme 9575 could be the satellite phone for you . It offers complete coverage , with programmable SOS alerting , a one-touch distress button , and real-time tracking features . It ’ s even sleeker than what you might expect for a satellite phone .
You can send and receive calls or text messages anywhere , regardless of the conditions , thanks to the shock , water , and dust resistance of the phone .
The Iridium 9575 starts at $ 2095 and comes with a choice of prepaid or post-paid plans , and an option for $ 0 up-front payment with a 12 or 24-month Telstra plan .
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