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Services:

Standard IP:
IP Data – up to 492 kbps shared channel
Variable bit rate (dependent on traffic)
Applications: Web access, file transfer, email
Pricing: Pay for data sent and received (MB volume)
Enhanced IP:
Streaming Class QoS IP Data
Reserved capacity – guaranteed bit rate over the satellite 32, 64, 128, 256, and +384kbps (downstream and upstream) Available “on demand”
Applications: Ideal for time critical data; streaming video
Pricing: Pay for duration of connection (per minute)
Voice:
Landline quality to and from mobile
Inmarsat subscriber number range: +870 77 ******
Supplementary services (3G network): Caller ID & Phonebook, Call barring, Conference calling, Call forwarding, Call hold, Call waiting, Call divert
Voicemail
ISDN:
Supported by Hughes Terminal and T&T Explorer 700
64 kbps service – identical to Inmarsat GAN service circuit switched
SMS:
Send and receive text messages from a PC connected to a BGAN device or from the handset keypad
Send/receive SMS to/from terrestrial mobile phones

The new IsatPhone Pro from Inmarsat

Inmarsat is now releasing their new handheld satellite phone IsatPhone Pro

IsatPhone Pro, which is being launched in June, will offer users reliable global coverage, long battery life, a robust handset, clear voice quality and ease of use – all at a highly competitive price.

IsatPhone Pro will offer the longest battery life available – with up to 8 hours' talk time and up to 100 hours on standby.

It will be the most robust satellite phone available – dust, splash and shock resistant, with an Ingress Protection rating of IP54 and capable of operating in the most extreme temperatures from -20°C to 55°C.

It is also the only satellite phone to support Bluetooth and the handset can be placed on its side to allow hands-free use. In terms of features, it will also have voicemail, text and email messaging, and location data will be available for users to look up or send in a text message via SMS and email.

The handset has an intuitive GSM-style interface with a high-visibility colour screen, and a larger keypad for easy dialing in gloves.

Price wise the hardware will be in a very competitive range in the lower regions of the price scale. In addition it will offer competitive retail airtime rates.

IsatPhone Pro will be for sale during the summer.

Features & functions

279g (including battery)
Size: 170x54x39mm
Global coverage
Bluetooth 2.0
Ingress Protection (water & dust proof) IP54
Talk time up to 8 hours
Standby time up to 100 hours

The IsatPhone package contains:
Handset, battery, car charger, mains charger including plug adaptors, micro USB cable, wired headset, wrist strap, CD, warranty and Quick Start Guide.