Through a project supported by the European Space Agency, the UK-based company Wired Ocean Ltd can now provide enhanced Internet access for ships at sea at a much lower cost than was previously possible.

Although satellite links at sea are quite common, the speed of data transmission for most users is very low, from 600 bps to 64 kbps, with around 10 kbps being a typical speed. This, combined with usage costs of around Euro 20 per megabyte, has created an environment in which many ship owners cannot reliably access the Internet, or use it regularly.

The Wired Ocean approach uses a hybrid solution, combining Ku-band satellites for the downlink and narrow L-band satellites for the return channel. While at sea, the downlink (forward) channel offers a speed of 512 kbps and the uplink (return) channel speed is 9.6 kbps for Globalstar and up to 64 kbps for Inmarsat. This configuration promises to be more economical than purely narrowband satellite systems, with cost savings of as much as 70% over current systems.

Via YubaNet

1 – You can rent or buy satellite phone

2 – Not all satellite phones work in all places

4 – Terrorists steal Satellite Phones

5 – You can get email and surf the web through a Satellite Phone

6 – Take a portable power supply with you

7 – Satellite Phones can send & receive SMS

8 – Check rates before calling a Satellite Phone from your fixed line or cell phone

9 – Take care when calling from one Satellite Phone Service to another

10 – Use Globalstar when in the USA

Via PRWeb

This information is provided by Scott Lindsay, US Sales Manager for All Road Communications, http://www.allroadcommunications.com. All Road Communications rents and sells satellite phones from Satellite Phone Providers including Iridium, Globalstar and InMarsat.

This information is intended as a guide only, and includes personal opinion. Before making a decision on the rental or purchase of Satellite Phone equipment we recommend you independently verify all information for yourself. Rates and prices are always subject to change without notice.

San Diego, Calif. (PRWEB) April 6, 2006 — Leading satellite phone rental and sales provider All Road Communications http://www.allroadcommunications.com is excited to announce a sale on Globalstar satellite phone rentals.

“For a limited time we are offering Globalstar satellite phone rentals for just $19.99 per week” said Sales Manager Scott Lindsay. “At this price it is cheaper to rent a satellite phone than a cell phone” he said.

For $19.99 you get a Qualcomm GSP-1600 satellite phone, 2 batteries, a canvas carry case and a wall charger. Shipping or minutes are not included in this price.

This offer is for a limited time only and subject to cancellation or change without notice.

Via PRWeb

Eagle Broadband Inc., a provider of broadband, IP and communications technology and services, has launched the SatMAX Alpha Emergency Communications System (Alpha ECS), a portable, Iridium-based satellite phone emergency communications system designed for disaster recovery, crisis management and emergency preparedness.

Via TelecomAsia

Alcatel has agreed to join hands with Special Communications Organization (SCO) to augment its efforts in provision of communication in the earthquake hit areas.

Apart from restoring its telecom network within 48 hours of the disaster SCO has also facilitated the general public, Rescue & Medical Teams and Army troops working for relief operations in the area in a big way. It is important mention that SCO has established 78 free PCOs, 15 INMARSAT connections, 50 Thuraya Satellite Phone Service, Free SCO CDMA (WLL Phone Service) connections, Relief Package for Earthquake victims and Free SCOM (SCO’s Mobile Service) for civil management and international agencies.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has been quick to implement new technology. All of Fairmont’s 44 hotels and resorts offer high-speed connectivity in the guest rooms and Wi-Fi wireless access in public areas and meeting rooms.

“About four years ago, we identified that our challenge was to upgrade our classic hotels, such as the Banff Springs and Chateau Lake Louise, by implementing the best high-speed solution possible for our guests,” says Vineet Gupta, vice-president of technology at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.

“It has been very successful. With one million users in 2005 (usage doubled in each of the last couple of years), the system upgrade paid for itself in two years.”

Gupta says Fairmont’s network is secure and reliable because they don’t use a third-party provider, and the bandwidth is high to ensure a large volume of users.

Other services for guests include their own fully routable IP (Internet Protocol) address, a destination portal providing instant access to email and VPN (Virtual Private Networks). VPNs extend geographic connectivity by using a public network, such as the Internet, to connect remote sites or a company network, ensuring guests and/or convention attendees stay connected to their offices.

Via TheStar.com

With new satellite equipment from the Norwegian telecommunications company Telenor, you can make calls and send faxes, data and e-mail to and from almost everywhere on earth.

Via Norway.org

Although the Milpitas, Calif.-based company has offered satellite coverage in the state and the general region since 2000, it claims the new gateway ground station will provide enhanced Globalstar coverage and connections to public telephone networks to areas throughout Alaska, Northwestern British Columbia and the Bering Sea islands. The addition of service from Wasilla will improve coverage along Northern Pacific fishing grounds such as Dutch Harbor.

Via TelecomWeb

Via Yahoo! News

The United Arab Emitrates based satellite company has come up with a phone that is designed to be the World’s smallest and lightest phone in the satellite industry and a major differentiation feature.The new satellite phone is expected to drive the Thuraya’s future business growth, by meeting the needs of people in the remote areas in Africa as well as GSM users seeking roaming capabilities in areas beyond GSM networks.

Thuraya is introducing breakthrough technology in the new SO-2510, the company is setting the standards for the smallest and most robust satellite handset in the industry. The new generation handset is powerful and compact offering total convenience and mobility.

Via AndNetwork

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Thought:

Of course everyone will love it. The smallest, the best.
Currently, we only saw a bulky satellite phone.