Inmarsat Satellite Phones

What is an Inmarsat Satellite Phone

It's a (Geo) SatPhone that supplies secure Satellite connections through a fleet of fifteen Geostationary Telecommunication Satellites, providing voice calls and messaging, for government and private users operating in remote regions and harsh environments around the world.


ISATPHONE-spec-buttonsIsatPhone PRO (GEO SatPhone)


They are lightweight, energy-efficient with up to a huge 8 hours of talk time and up to 160 hours of standby time with the IsatPhone 2 below.


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Inmarsat-Satillite-Phones-user in remote areas icy snow mountainsInmarsat Satellite Phones operate in remote regions and harsh environments around the world.
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With the many benefits Inmarsat SatPhones offer, they are the perfect choice for when you’re outside of normal Mobile Phone range areas with minimal or non-existent Cell Phone coverage. The handset also features an advanced GPS receiver and a wide range of safety and security features, such as a panic button, an emergency call button and and SOS alert.

How Many Inmarsat (Geo) Satellites Cover in Geostationary Orbit Above the Equator and How Do They Work?

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The Inmarsat Satellite constellation consists of a fleet of 15 satellites all 'parked' in specific positions in a Geosynchronous (GEO) orbit approximately 36,000km above the Earth's equator.

Geosynchronous (GEO) SATELLITE orbit approximately 36,000km above the Earth's equator

Delivering three market-leading networks each generation of satellite launched into orbit since 2005 provides a massive array of unrivalled innovative new capabilities that has revolutionized the services Inmarsat provide.

Connected To Everywhere, LAND SEA AIR



Inmarsat is currently on their sixth generation of Satellites. The Satellites are positioned to transmit radio beams in a number of different Global configurations covering the oceans, air and major land masses.

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Inmarsat the UK satellite telecommunications company provides Inmarsat Satellite Phones, originally supplied big fixed installations for ships, founded in 1979 it’s the oldest satellite communication operator, a pioneer in space communications and the industry leader with the planned launch of Global Xpress worldwide in 2015, this is the world’s first global Ka-band mobile satellite system for Inmarsat Satellite Phones, providing high-speed broadband to compact user terminals at up to 50Mbps with investments totalling £1bn ($1.5bn), its the single biggest commercial space project in Britain right now and the development of their unique S-band aviation network across Europe. 

IsatPhone Pro-case kit

Inmarsat originated from the International Maritime Satellite Organization (INMARSAT), at the request of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the United Nation's maritime body.

It was to enable merchant ships to stay in touch or call for help in an emergency.



Inmarsat Global Xpress satellite I-5 in flight


Recently entered the market for hand-held SatPhones.  The fourth and latest entrant into the satellite phone arena the IsatPhone-Pro satellite mobile phone handset was the first of Inmarsat Satellite Phones.


Introduced in 2010 that talks via their eleven satellite global constellation that covers the planet except for the North and South Polar Regions.

IsatPhone-Pro (GEO SatPhone)
IsatPhone-2 (GEO SatPhone)IsatPhone-2 (GEO SatPhone)

 What are the Advantages of Inmarsat Satellite Phones?

IsatPhone-2 (GEO SatPhone)

In terms of cost The IsatPhone-Pro could probably be the least expensive satellite phone in the market while providing near-global coverage.

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The oldest satellite communication operator, the Inmarsat sat network is well developed and has been operational for about thirty five years. Made up of a constellation of 11 geostationary orbiting satellites, with a distance of 23,000 miles from the earths surface circling the Equator.  Suffice to say that with Inmarsat Satellite Phones, once a connection is made, it is stable.




Explorations into remote areas-IsatPhone Pro
The two satellite constellation orbits, notice how LEO (iridium) is so close to the earth and see how GEO is more than 36 times more further out in space this makes a huge difference on how they work

They are simple to use, with good connection stability and audio quality, this attribute is Inmarsat's most important criteria, as once the IsatPhone-Pro connects into the Inmarsat network, it rarely disconnects during a call, even lasting more than an hour.  Same cannot be said for others.

IsatPhone Pro Sample colour screen  displays

Their design is simplistic minimalist yet classy conservative finish that’s aesthetically pleasing to the eye, sophisticated and unique in the design, the IsatPhone-2 take all these superlatives to the next level, the way inmarsat ergonomically designed the antenna to flow with the whole design of the phone is innovative and unique unlike other SatPhones with antennas that stick out like a sore thump.


Prepaid or post-paid basis airtime rates are available, and are quite reasonable too. units can go up to 5000 units.

Inmarsat is a dominant entity in the so-called Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) market.


Some important highlights potential users need to know about Inmarsat SatPhones:

  • Handsets are rugged yet inexpensive.
  • For the handset to work; Antennas must be extended
  • For non-technical users; The display provides excellent simple navigation and is colour
  • Prepaid or post-paid basis airtime rates are available, as with all of the other carriers and are quite reasonable too.
  • For emergency requests, it computes your location for sending your coordinates proficiently.
  • Depending upon your orientation to the Equator, you must have a clear view of the horizon, either north or south for the very best signal.




iSatPhone Prepaid satellite phones Airtime SIM Cards for Inmarsat iSatPhone 2 and iSatPhone Pro . 

Unit Per Card

Price

Minutes

Validity

Outgoing SMS

Minute Rate


50 Units

$60.00

38 min

30 Days

$0.60

$1.57/min

100 Units

$110.00

77 min

90 Days

$0.55

$1.43/min

250 Units

$275.00

192 min

180 Days

$0.55

$1.43/min

500 Units

$550.00

385 min

365 Days

$0.55

$1.43/min

1000 Units

$950.00

769 min

365 Days

$0.48

$1.24/min

2500 Units

$2100.00

1923 min

365 Days

$0.42

$1.09/min

5000 Units

$3395.00

3846 min

365 Days

$0.34

$0.88/min




Inmarsat IsatHub Portable Satellite Internet Wifi Hotspot Terminal

Wideye iSavi terminal - the first and only satellite terminal developed for Inmarsat’s IsatHub service.

Its lightweight, very portable and is quick and too easy to set up enabling you to get online via a satellite connection within minutes, no technical expertise or training needed.  Use Smartphones and Tablets As SatPhones and SatData Devices With this Satellite Wifi Hotspots

ISATHUB PREPAID PLANS

iSatHub 50

iSatHub 100

iSatHub 250

iSatHub 500

Price

$396.99

$596.99

$1342.99

$2292.99

Validity

6 Months

6 Months

12 Months

12 Months

Data Megabytes

50 Megabytes

100 Megabytes

250 Megabytes

500 Megabytes

or

or

or

or

Voice Minutes

250 Minutes

500 Minutes

1275 Minutes

2580 Minutes

or

or

or

or

Text/SMS

330 SMS

625 SMS

1660 SMS

3330 SMS

Activation Fee

$35.00

$35.00

$35.00

$35.00

Reload Card Within card validity

$300.00

$500.00

$1150.00

$2100.00

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