Smartphone Satellite Linking Device

A Smartphone Satellite Linking Device creates a satellite connection that allows for text messaging, SOS alerts, GPS tracking, location sharing, and other emergency- or safety-related communication in areas where normal mobile phone coverage is unreliable, weak, or non-existent. Phone/satellite linkage plans involve the linking device (one-time cost) plus app (free); then annually, per-month satellite-accessing (multi-tiered subscription fees available).

Cost: Device-$150-$300; monthly subscription-see supplier

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