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Why would anyone need a satellite phone ?
A satellite phone provides better services and a higher coverage area. A satellite phone can offer coverage that includes the entire earth.
Where you used the satellite phone?
A satellite phone can be used practically anywhere. It does not require a cellphone tower, but instead a satellite, which are available all over the world. A satellite phone works in Antarctica, so you would probably be able to use it wherever you need to go.
What is the best way to get tv, phone, & cable OR satellite Thank you!?
The best way to tv, phone and cable would be by contacting time warner cable and purchasing these services through them, and the best way to get satellite would be through a satellite company.
Is there any type of phone that you can use and carry anywhere you can go?
A mobile (cell) phone would work well if you're staying in your own country. If you mean a phone that can be used absolutely anywhere - you would likely need a satellite phone. A satellite phone is similar to a mobile (cell) phone - but it communicates directly with satellites rather than a mobile phone network.
How much does it cost to rent an Iridium satellite phone?
If someone were interested in renting an Iridium satellite phone they most likely would be looking at $5-$10 per day according to the Road Post website.
Where can I find satellite phone service online?
The best place to find a satellite phone service online would to check out some of your local computer chains online. They will most likely list the services that they offer.
In what types of areas would you use a satellite phone?
There are two general situations in which satellite phones are preferred over cell phones. The first situation is that of a disaster area, often these areas don't have cell towers due to whatever disaster has occurred, making satellite phones a much more reliable means of communication. Second would be when you are in a more remote or less developed area of the world, often these areas don't have cell or even landline phone services, satellite phones, working off satellites that orbit earth, are often able to be used throughout the earth making them good for communication in these areas. Unfortunately satellite phones are much more expensive when it comes to the costs involved in using phone service, which is something to take into account when determining whether or not they are worth utilizing.
Is there anywhere where an international cellular phone wouldn't work?
Yes. There are plenty of places all over the world where there aren't cell phone towers to transmit the cell phone signal. For those places, a satellite phone would work.
Do satellite cell phones have service no matter where I am?
Satellite cell phones have much better reception quality than the standard cell phone. People who are usually in emergency situation ( fire fighters, army, etc) use these types of phones. A satellite phone would be a good thing to purchase if you are going on a fishing trip in a remote location although they are much more expensive than a standard cell phone.
Does satellite Internet use a computer modem?
Satellite Internet does not use a cable modem. The service doesn't use cable or phone wiring in the house. There is a satellite on the property and wiring that brings the service into the house. The provider would supply the necessary peripherals to connect to the Internet.
Can my movements be tracked by the satellite in my 2013 town and country van?
There is two ways to tack someone's movements in a van. You would have to have a tracker on the car or a cell phone. The satellite radio or navigation unit does not function as a tracking devise.
How much would service for a satellite phone cost?
Satellite phones are indispensible for people working or traveling in certain areas. The phones themselves range from about $700 to $1300, then there are activation and subscription fees to consider. Activations for most satellite phones are about $40 to $50, and the subscriptions are about $50 per month. On top of that, satellite phones bill per minute for usage and that cost varies depending on a number of factors, but expect to pay between $1 and $10 per minute. Some companies offer the option to rent satellite phones for about $12 per day plus the airtime usage fees.
