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Our satellite phones work in 86% of the world, at sea, the middle of deserts, or on top of mountains. Satellite phones are the ideal companions where cellular phone coverage is non existent or very poor.
The Iridium handheld satellite phone is made by Motorola and as the industry leader for mobile devices you can expect the smallest, lightest and most versatile satellite phones on the planet. Don't let its sleek style fool you, this is an extremely rugged, water resistant satellite phone designed for the most extreme mobile applications.

Whether you are on the road, train or ship for business, adventure, or pleasure, you are guaranteed to stay connected in the remotest locations of the world. The Iridium satellite phones are the most trusted hand held mobile devices that are used by outdoor enthusiasts and business travelers world wide.

Service Highlights

  • Free Incoming Calls
  • Optional "Two Stage" Dialing feature gives callers you the convenience of a US phone number
  • Outgoing Call Rate: $1.50 per minute from anywhere in the world
  • Text Messaging (Free Incoming)
  • Data connection ready (requires USB to Mini USB Cable and software - included in your kit)
  • Voicemail
  • 24 hour technical support
  • 1 Year Warranty (includes parts and labor)
  • You should get this phone if you need a portable, handheld satellite phone with full global coverage, including the oceans and poles

Service Details

The Iridium Satellite System is the only provider of truly global, truly mobile satellite voice and data solutions with complete coverage of the Earth (including oceans, airways and Polar regions). Iridium runs on a constellation of low-earth orbiting (LEO) satellites operated by Boeing. Iridium delivers essential communications services worldwide.

Standard Service Fees

One-Time Activation Service Plan Voicemail Access (optional) Data Service* (optional) Technical Support
US $50 US $41.95
/ month
US $10
/ month
FREE FREE

Airtime Rates

Outgoing Calls Iridium to Iridium Calls Incoming Calls Incoming Email / SMS Messages Outgoing SMS Messaging
US $1.49
/ minute
US $0.99
/ minute
FREE * FREE US $0.59
/ message

* If you use the optional 2-Stage Dialing feature, incoming calls are billed at a rate of $1.65 per minute

Incoming E-mails, up to 120 characters, are received on the LCD of the handset for free.

All Iridium satellite phone purchases include FREE incoming e-mail and text messages of up to 120 characters.

Click Here to send a free text message!

Coverage

Iridium complies with US embargo restrictions and as a result the following countries may not permit the use of Iridium Satellite phones or coverage may not be available: Myanmar (formerly Burma), Cuba, Iran, Libya, North Korea, North Sri Lanka (temporarily opened for disaster relief), and Syria.

Handset Specifications

Features

  • 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

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 143 mm (L) x 55 mm (W) x 30 mm (D)
  • Weight: 266g (9.4 oz)

Battery

  • Provides up to 30 hours of standby time with high capacity battery
  • Provides up to 4 hours of talk time with high capacity battery

Display

  • 200 character illuminated graphic display
  • Volume, signal and battery strength meters
  • Illuminated weather-resistant keypad

Calling Features

  • Integrated speakerphone
  • Quick-connect to Iridium voicemail
  • Two-way SMS and short email capability
  • Pre-programmable International Access Code (00 or +)
  • Mailbox for voice, numeric & text messages
  • Selectable ring and alert tones (8 choices)

Memory

  • 100 entry internal address book, with capacity for multiple phone numbers, email addresses and notes
  • SIM-based address book with 155 entry capacity
  • Call history retains received, missed and dialed calls

Usage Control Features

  • User-configurable call timers to manage costs
  • Keypad lock and PIN lock for additional security

More Information & Resources

User Guide (777 KB)