Thuraya XT Satellite Phone Industry leading Mobile Satellite Services operator, Thuraya Telecommunications Company yesterday announced the launch of its Thuraya XT-Hotspot product. Building upon the success of its Thuraya XT handheld, the industry’s most popular and toughest satellite phone, Thuraya is introducing the XT-Hotspot, which is a pocket-size router that creates a Wi-Fi zone for multiple users to connect smartphones, laptops, and tablets to the internet over Thuraya’s mobile satellite network. The XT-Hotspot is the only Wi-Fi router on the market offering a plug and play solution enabling easy and affordable internet access with the fastest satellite data speeds on a handheld of up to 60 kbps in the most remote of areas. Thuraya’s Vice President of Marketing, T. Sanford Jewett said “Thuraya is busy expanding our product line with innovative products to provide our users with convenient and practical mobile communication solutions. The XT-Hotspot is yet another example of...
It is well known that Thuraya phones are brilliant for helping you to keep in touch in remote locations through voice and data services. A lesser known feature of the Thuraya phones is their ability to store and transmit geographical co-ordinates by GPS. Thuraya GPS Navigation With the Thuraya GPS navigation feature, you are able to locate your position anytime, anywhere within the Thuraya coverage area or compatible GSM coverage area. Once you have acquired the co-ordinates you can: Save co-ordinates on your Thuraya phone for later reference. Send co-ordinates by SMS to another phone. Send co-ordinates by SMS to the ThurayaLocate service. The ThurayaLocate service is offered free of charge by Thuraya with UK based location and risk management experts Geonix. Simply register for a free account and you will then be prompted to enter the Thuraya phone number of the device you wish to track. Interestingly, you can...
Thuraya have launched their latest satellite phone, Thuraya XT-LITE building on the popularity of the Thuraya XT at a more attractive price of just £295 ex VAT. The Thuraya XT-LITE This compact new handset can be used to make and receive calls and send SMS in approximately 160 countries or two-thirds of the globe. It's small size doesn't mean you have to compromise on the practical aspects of owning a satellite phone. The Thuraya XT_LITE boasts an excellent battery life, which provides up to six hours talk time and up to 80 hours standby time. Both contract and pay as you go options are available on the handset. Therefore, the plans for this handset are an ideal flexible option for those on a budget. SIM cards start from £20 ex VAT and call charges from 68p ex.VAT per minute.* Calls and text messages in satellite mode: Make calls and send...
Thuraya have announced two new additions to the popular SatSleeve range. The SatSleeve+ and SatSleeve Hotspot join SatSleeve for Android and SatSleeve for iOS launched in 2013. Two Models, One Brilliant Concept (PRNewsFoto/Thuraya Telecommunications) Thuraya SatSleeve+ SatSleeve+ comes with a universal smartphone adapter, broadening its appeal to a larger number of smartphone owners than was previously possible. The adapter also allows users to switch between handsets,so owners of more than one smartphone do not need to buy additional kit. It also features a new and improved voice routing system that broadcasts the call directly from the smartphone. Thuraya SatSleeve Hotspot SatSleeve Hotspot's stand creates a portable satellite Wi-Fi hotspot. It allows users to use their smartphones for satellite connectivity without physically docking to a unit. This feature is also ideal for those who want the freedom to make and receive calls indoors. The SatSleeve Hotspot is the smallest, lightest, and...
Thuraya have launched the industry's most advanced satellite phone, the Thuraya XT-PRO. The Thuraya XT-PRO offers: the longest talk-time on any satellite phone - up to 9 hours! the largest display available on a satellite phone made with hardened Gorilla® glass that is glare resistant – perfect for use in bright sunlight. Jet-water, dust and shock resistance - ensuring it withstands the harshest environments. A dedicated SOS button with advanced navigation and tracking features for added safety. all three major navigation systems - the only satellite phone to feature built-in GPS, BeiDou and Glonass for highest accuracy and added security in every region Unparalleled flexibility for government, energy, media and NGO users in all regions. The XT-PRO is ideal for professional satellite phone users who need highly reliable connectivity in some of the world's toughest and most remote places. It also works as a security backup when natural or man-made...
We have just dropped the price Thuraya SG-2520 from £680 to £525 (ex VAT.) Visit our Thuraya SG-2520 page for the latest price drop and more information or call +44-1202 607 486. About the Thuraya SG-2520: The Thuraya SG-2520 satellite phone is the world’s smallest and lightest dual-mode sat phone offering both satellite and GSM coverage. In satellite phone mode the Thuraya SG-2520 allows you to communicate across more than one third of the globe. When outside of the Thuraya coverage area you can also use the satellite phone to access GSM networks using your Thuraya satellite SIM card or using a regular GSM SIM card. Unlike older sat phones, the Thuraya SG-2520 offers a range of features similar to a GSM phone such as a camera, in built web browsing, colour display, GPS waypoint tracking and Bluetooth connectivity. The Thuraya SG-2520 provides an excellent solution for users who want...
At GTC we are now able to add credit to Thuraya devices in the same way as other networks. This improves the ease of the top up process for our customers, who can receive credit directly to their SIM cards. So what are the changes? Originally, a PIN number was provided to our customers so they could add the top-up to their airtime card. Fortunately, this step has been eliminated. For Thuraya Prepaid Airtime Top ups, customers place an order with us to add their airtime top up directly to their SIM*. Which devices do these changes apply to? All Thuraya Satellite phones including the XT-LITE, XT-PRO and XT-PRO Dual are included in the new airtime prepaid top-up process. As well as Thuraya Wi-Fi and Internet devices include the WE, Atlas IP, Satsleeve+ and Satsleeve Hotspot. *Disclaimer: This update to the top up process of Thuraya devices is available for...
Following the success of the Thuraya SatSleeve for iPhone Thuraya have launched a version for android phones. Compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S3 and S4, the new game-changing product allows Samsung Galaxy users to turn their own smartphone into a satellite phone to make phone calls, send SMS messages and access apps via Thuraya’s satellite network when they are unable to connect to a terrestrial GSM network. The Thuraya SatSleeve eliminates the need for carrying a separate satellite phone. Users only need to dock their Android smartphone into the Thuraya SatSleeve and operate it normally via the Thuraya Satellite network. Its built-in SOS button allows users to call one predefined number even without their smartphone attached. Additionally, users can send SMS messages, send and receive email, and access popular social media and instant messaging apps such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and WhatsApp, among others. Randy Roberts, Vice President of Innovation...
As a lot of us know by now, Apple recently announced that its new iPhone 14 model would come with emergency SOS alert functionality via satellite. This is one of the many emerging trends and developments in the race to implement satellite capabilities into the market’s latest smartphones, however, Thuraya have a tool that can transform your iPhone or Android smartphone into a satellite phone in the form of the Thuraya SatSleeve+. Features of the Thuraya SatSleeve+ The Thuraya SatSleeve+ is a rocker in which your smartphone sits, and from there is given the ability to use apps and, importantly, make calls from beyond the reach of traditional mobile network coverage. There is no need to install Thuraya airtime, just slide your personal phone into the SatSleeve+ and use your phone as you would normally. Some of the key features include: Voice & SMS Capabilities Use your smartphone in Satellite...
Thuraya Telecommunications has launched its first dedicated vehicular IP broadband terminal. Designed and manufactured by Hughes Network Systems, LLC (Hughes), the global leader in broadband satellite solutions, Thuraya IP Voyager is a cost-effective, high-quality satellite terminal designed for end-users in the government, oil and gas, media, and relief sectors. It is the only terminal available in the market capable of achieving streaming IP rates of up to 384 kbps as well as user-definable asymmetric streaming. Randy Roberts, Vice President of Innovation at Thuraya said: "Reliable connectivity and mobility are essential for users who need to communicate with their field teams and to file reports while on-the-move. The Thuraya IP Voyager broadens our Land IP portfolio and is part of our strategy to give end-users the power of choice when it comes to having high-quality, reliable connections at competitive prices, no matter where they are." Thuraya IP Voyager enables remote users...
Thuraya users will be able to operate their Twitter accounts via SMS from 15th December 2011. This means that users will be able to update their Twitter accounts from anywhere within the Thuraya coverage area. To use this service, customers will need to use the dedicated SMS code of 1888. This code will allow you to link your Thuraya phone to your Twitter account. Thuraya voice customers will receive Tweets free-of-charge in the form of an incoming SMS. Outgoing Tweets will be sent and charged as a normal text message. Twitter allows you to update your friends, family and followers in realtime in a short SMS style fashion. It is especially useful for remote users to keep up-to-date with their company and social circles. Thuraya is the first satellite network operator to bring the service to its handsets.
Thuraya X5 Touch Satellite Phone is the worlds smallest and first touchscreen satellite phone from Thuraya. Thuraya X5 Touch The Thuraya X5 Touch is the newest satellite phone from Thuraya, which promises unparalled flexibility. In addition to being the world's smallest satellite phone, the Thuraya X5 Touch is the first touchscreen satellite phone. It offers many standard satellite phone features but also exceeds existing phones in the market! Purchasing the Thuraya X5 Touch promises connectivity when you go off-the-grid but with the features of a smartphone. Android OS Thuraya has introduced this new Satellite Phone on the Android operating system, to provide a range of preinstalled Google applications and services on your device. This apps include Gmail, Google Maps, Google Chrome, Google Search and the Google Play Store. Therefore with access to a multitude of apps, including some 3rd party apps, this satellite phone rivals many smartphones! Dual SIM Thuraya...
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