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Generally, there are three satellite networks that function in Australia. We'll covers two of them here. The third is known as Inmarsat, which can be the network commonly used for data transfer like emails, for browsing the net or even for movies and pictures.

Thus, we'll talk about the two most familiar networks for normal satellite telephone communication in Australia.

First, there is the Thuraya network. An Asian Network which covers 2/3 of the world. Which makes use of a lower satellite network as compared with Iridium. Even though it should work in any place in The Outback, our vast expertise identified various incidents or events which could prevent your Thuraya handset from operating.

There's two Thuraya Sat Phone units readily available in Australia. The first is the SO2510. It is a small, lightweight mobile phone that gives the most possible way to have satellite communication in the most affordable probable price, generally around the A$990 mark. Also includes additional functions, which includes GPS Latitude and Longitude. The SO2510 is a small no fuss unit suitable for emergencies. It can only be purchased with an authorized Optus satellite dealership along with an Optus airtime plan.We award this satellite phone with three stars simply because, for the first time, it has authorized buyers to get into satellite communications in a low price.

The next satellite telephone in the Thuraya range is the SG2520, a more unusual satellite phone includes features you could be more customary to on your standard cell phone, such as a camera. Thuraya announce this mobile phone is a dual mobile phone and can work in normal GSM mode if it is available and all at once change to satellite mobile mode when your regular mobile phone network is no longer available. However, it is more costly around $ A2,000 mark.

The next network and the most well known and used is the Iridium network. This could be the only truly global network.

The Iridium network together with with Motorola a long years passed. They have got excellent brand affirmation and a good reputation being the "go to" Sat Phone company for the individual who wants to be guaranteed they will get through anywhere at anytime. The Iridium network makes use of a higher satellite orbit so it does not suffer from the non-connections we've experienced with other networks. Having more than 66 satellites currently orbiting the planet earth this assures you connect to Four satellites before connecting you, providing you more secure coverage.

Iridium have just released their latest satellite telephone, the Iridium 9555. This replaced the much loved and outstandingly dependable Iridium 9505a sat phone. As you can often guess, I was a fan. The Iridium 9555's main enhancements are that it's 30% smaller than its predecessor. Its aerial is now part of the device itself and operates better. Iridium claim it has a 30%advance in signal strength. It has endless SMS character features and comes standard with a mini USB lead to help you download emails to your PC.

Though more expensive than its predecessor, varying in price from A$2,200 to A$2,400 depending on where you purchase it, unlike the Thuraya handsets the Iridium comes with an excellent array of standard equipment - car battery charger, mains charger, magnetic roof-mount antenna, travel plugs, leather case, and the mini USB cable for data transfer.