is the world’s first satellite messenger. Utilizing both GPS satellite and SPOT's own network, the device is able to report its location to friends and family even in areas without cellular or wireless coverage. SPOT's Satellite Messenger
has a battery life that lasts up to a year (using 2 AA lithium batteries), global coverage, the ability to track your position using Google Maps, and 9-1-1 alerting for life-threatening emergencies. The bright orange handheld device is water-, temperature- and shock-proof, and has the ability to send pre-defined "I'm OK" emails or SMS alerts...AND it floats!SPOT features four key functions that enable users to send messages to friends, family or emergency responders, based upon your needs for a given situation:
- Alert 9-1-1 – Dispatch emergency responders to your exact location
- Ask for Help – Request help from friends and family in your exact location
- Check In – Let contacts know where you are and that you’re OK
- Track Progress – Send and save your location and allow contacts to track your progress using Google Maps
- Satellite coverage works around the world, independently of cellular systems
- 7.37 ounces
- Service Fee: $99.99 USD annual OR $9.99 USD monthly subscription charge. Optional features include automatic tracking service (SPOTcasting) and guaranteed extraction service for countries or regions with non-responsive emergency services.
- Unlimited SPOTcasting Fee: $49.99 annual (OPTIONAL)
- GEOS Search and Rescue Benefit: $7.95 annual (OPTIONAL)
- Coverage: SPOT works around the world, including virtually all of North America, Europe and Australia, portions of South America, Northern Africa and Northeastern Asia, and hundreds or thousands of miles offshore of these areas.
- Operating Temperatures: -40°F to +185°F
- Operating Altitude: -300 feet to +21,000 feet
- Floats in water (Waterproof to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes)
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