Hi. My name is John Whitley and I’m the founder of RentASatPhone.com.au,  Australia’s number one satellite communications Rental store.

Acquiring a Thuraya satellite phone has very many benefits because it will allow the user to have access to good communication regardless of where they are in the world. Thuraya uses geosynchronous satellites for providing their satellite phone service, which include internet, voice, data, SMS, fax as well as GPRS. Other phones also have GPS facilities for location tracking. You can use the satellite phone in almost any part of the world although they are most common in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Satellite phones can be used for a wide variety of reasons, communication being the most important. During school camps, the law requires that campers call in at certain intervals to let the camp officials know that they are safe while out at camp. In addition, having a Thuraya satellite phone makes it possible to call for help in case of an emergency no matter what time it is.

Thuraya satellite phones can also be used while out at sea, in the military or even out mining. These are areas where regular mobile phone coverage is very limited. Thuraya also makes compact satellite phones that offer both the convenience and the comfort that comes with a regular mobile phone. This makes it easier to use and easier to carry around. In addition to the small and compact size, all Thuraya satellite phones are manufactured to endure rough usage as well as harsh environments. All Thuraya satellite phones get their reception from a satellite positioned at 44º east of the equator. The phones and service powered by Thuraya can be used in about 90 countries worldwide. In fact, the phone is offered in both GSM and satellite meaning that it can serve more than one purpose hence can be used all the time. Roaming facilities are also provided through the Thuraya satellite phone to all countries whether they are covered by Thuraya satellites or not.

Some of the features of the Thuraya satellite phone that many people are drawn to include the size and appearance of the phone. It is small and easy to carry around and offers the same level of prestige in terms of appearance. Another feature is that it is dual mode, which means it has facilities of both GSM and satellite. It is a lightweight phone, offers data & voice facilities, offers messaging service such as SMS, has speed dial and shoes the signal strength. Other than that it displays the mode indication (whether satellite or GSM) and the battery level to know whether they need recharging.

The Thuraya satellite phone also offers location tracking as well as GPS downloads and a calendar indicating the date and time. It also has two alarm clocks in case they are needed. Other features include tone dialing, about 16 polyphonic ringing tones, call barring, call hold, call forwarding and call waiting. It has a long battery life of about 40 hours stand by and 2 ½ hours talk time meaning that you will have enough time to call for help in case of an emergency.

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