Satellite Phone : What is it?
| Satellite phones, also called satphones, send and receive signals through communications satellites. These satellites are stationed above the earth, giving them much wider coverage than traditional cell phones. This also makes them immune to storms, hurricanes, and other disasters that cause regular phone lines to shut down. Technically, satellite phones can have global coverage, but service providers usually limit them to specific zones. |
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Kinds of Satellite Phones include the following: |
Handheld satellite phones
- Handheld satellite phones are shaped like regular handsets. They can be carried by hand or clipped onto belts.
- They usually come with docks allow them to be used on desktops and sometimes serve as chargers.
- They are ideal for users who frequently travel on business and communicate with several other satellite phones.
Portable satellite phones
- Portable satellite phones resemble regular land telephones, but they are housed in a lightweight case for easy transport.
- They usually have interchangeable antennas, and depending on the subscription, can also support fax, voice mail, and email.
- They are ideal for people traveling in groups to remote locations and communicating with a central office.
Stationary satellite phones
- Stationary satellite phones send and receive signals from a fixed location.
- They are usually installed on desktops in homes, offices, and vehicles.
- They also support more services, including data communications and Internet access.
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Services supported: Choose a satellite phone that supports services other than voice calls, such as SMS messaging, file sharing, and VoIP calls. If you need a Handheld model, look for one that hooks up to a computer to access more services.
Subscription: Choose a satellite phone that uses the Iridium or Inmarsat system. These systems offer global coverage and excellent reception. Iridium usually allows more mobility than Inmarsat phones.
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