Clear Your Doubts

frequently asked
questions

 
 
q: Can I buy a satellite phone?

Yes you can buy satellite phones, we offer the best satellite communication options. Including Iridium, Globalstar, and Inmarsat. Satmodo offers satellite phones that work anywhere in the world.

 
q: Do I need to rent or purchase a satellite phone?

If you are needing a satellite phone more than 6 weeks out of a year we always suggest purchasing. This will save you money in the long run. If you are just doing a short camping, hiking and hunting, etc. We recommend renting the satellite phone.

 
q: Why do people need satellite phones?

If you are planning on going on a trip where cell service is not available or if you want to be prepared for the next natural disaster. Satellite phones work when nothing else does. If there is no power and no cell service your satellite phone will work. Making this the most reliable form of communication.

 
q: How quickly can I get a satellite phone?

Satmodo can get you a satellite phone or satellite internet SAME DAY! We do always recommend planning ahead of time to save money on shipping costs. However, we can get you your devices same day if need be.

 
q: Which satellite phone has the best coverage?

Satmodo only works with the best networks. Iridium, Globalstar, and Inmarsat all offer different coverage areas. The only network that has global coverage is the Iridium Network.

 
q: In which country is a satellite phone banned?

Satellite phones are not allowed in India, Sri Lanka, Cuba, Poland , Hungary, Sudan, North Korea, Nigeria, China, Myanmar, Chad

 
q: What are good satellite phones for international travelers?

We always recommend the Iridium phones to all International travelers. Iridium has global coverage and is the only satellite network that offers it.

 
q: What are the benefits of a satellite phone?

Satellite phones have many benefits the main one being that they can get signal anywhere in the world. In the midst of a natural disaster satellite phones are the only means of communication. They also are a great way to prepare for any type of international travel, hiking adventure, off road racing, etc!

 
q: Will satellite phones work in an earthquake or after?

Yes, satellite phones work 100% off of satellites so natural disasters to not impair service. Your satellite phone will work before, during, and after!

 
q: Can we talk from a satellite phone to an ordinary phone?

Yes, satellite phones can call and receive calls from an ordinary cell phone. Cell phones can use 2nd stage dialing to call a satellite phone for free. 2nd Stage dialing simply means you will call a USA number and an automated voice will tell you to input the satellite phone number. Once you enter the sat phone number it will connect you for free.

 

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