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Iridium Satellite Phone
Information and links to
service providers offering Iridium satellite phone rental plans and accessories designed to meet your
needs.
Iridium Satellite Phone Service
Iridium is a commercial satellite phone service that operates on the Iridium satellite
network. Iridium's network of sixty-six orbiting satellites has been in full operation since 2001, and provide
global service to all parts of the world, including oceans, large landmasses, and Polar Regions. While there are
several other satellite phone systems in service, at this time only Iridium provides truly worldwide telephone
coverage.
Iridium Provides Reliable Global
Service
Whenever you need reliable phone service in an area without landlines
or cell phones, an Iridium Satellite phone is the ideal choice to keep you connected with business, family
and friends. Whether you are in the middle of the Pacific Ocean or somewhere in the Sahara Desert, as long as
you have a clear line of sight to the sky, Iridium phones can connect you to any phone number on earth, (with
the exception of embargoed or restricted phone service areas).
Reasonable Cost
Calls placed with the Iridium phone range are fairly
reasonable--ranging in price from about 99 cents to several dollars per minute--depending on the service
plan selected. Voice mail, text messaging and free incoming calls are available with Iridium service plans,
and there are no additional roaming or long distance charges when making outbound
calls.
Purchase or Rent
Purchasing a phone is a one-time expenditure; however, you will still
need to pay for activation fee, satellite access charges as well as per minute airtime rates. If you only
need the phone for a limited time, a rental phone is a more economical option, although you will still be
responsible for activation, access charges and airtime rates.
There are two Iridium handset phones available
for purchase or rent.
Iridium 9555 Satellite Phone
The newly
redesigned 9555 model features an intuitive user interface that can be used easily right out of the box. This
small, compact handset is dust, shock, and water resistant, and is 30% smaller and lighter than the Iridium
9505A handset. The 9555 is a rugged phone that is designed to withstand the most harsh and punishing
conditions anywhere on earth.
- Compact
physical footprint for streamlined portability
- Intuitive
user interface for out-of-the-box functionality
- Water,
shock and dust resistance for unparalleled durability
- Enhanced
SMS and email messaging capability
- Integrated
speakerphone
- Headset
and hands-free capability
- Internally
stowed antenna
- Mini-USB
data port
- Accessories
Prices for new Iridium 9555 models start at about $1,400.00, although
you may find one for less at any number of online stores. If you only need a phone for a limited time, there
are many rental service plans available, with contract or prepaid options.
See the suppliers on this site for great deals on Iridium phone
rentals and purchases.
Iridium 9505a satellite
phone
The 9505a handheld satellite phone is a little larger than a typical
mobile phone, but still small enough to carry in a backpack or small suitcase. Because it uses familiar GSM
dialing sequence, it is very intuitive and easy to use. Features include:
Prices for the Iridium 9505a start at $1,300.00, but shop around for
the best current deal. Like the 9555 model, if you only need a phone for a limited time, you may consider
renting rather than buying as there there are many rental service plans available.
Be sure to visit the satellite phone providers on this site for great
deals on Iridium phones and accessories.
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