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When travelling around the Australian outback, even a kilometer out could mean complete isolation, therefore when you are stranded outside mobile range it is important to retain a constant communication link with family and friends in case of an emergency or injuries. Transform your smart phone Being in a remote area it does not have to mean you are cut off from the rest of the world. The Iridium GO! is a compact handheld Wi-Fi hotspot that links to your mobile phone, tablet or iPad. The device is easy to set up and once turned on, you will have the versatility to communicate via text-based email, two-way satellite voice/SMS exchange and updating your social media text posts within a 30 meter radius- just download the free Iridium GO! and Iridium Mail and Web app and you can transform your smart phone into a satellite phone. This great little device can also connect up to 5 smart devices making it a great option for people traveling in groups-allowing you to take turns in mak...

The thrill of pursuing an adventure; whether it’s hiking at Kakadu National Park, 4WDriving along the Simpson Desert, heading out fishing in the crystal clear waters of Hervey Bay or camping out at Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair, there is no denying the absolute isolation you feel from the rest of the world. Rushing out into the great outdoors and traveling to remote locations would require research and knowledge about the places you’re visiting as well as being smart about what to pack along with you throughout the journey. Apart from the obvious items, you’ll bring along, such as water and food, you always need to be prepared for the unexpected.  After all, we’re not all like Bear Grylls where we fight to survive.  Yes, we need to bring the right tools but we also need to have the right equipment.  There’s no shortage of equipment available out there, and it can get quite overwhelming to choose which one and what product is right for your next adventure. TRACKING YO...

Aussies are known to be an adventurous bunch and have always loved to explore our great country. Typically the best way we know how to explore our land is to travel in 4x4’s, caravans or trekking across the remote wilderness.  One thing that you will find out very quickly whilst travelling across the vast terrain, is that your mobile phone is basically rendered useless once you travel outside our major capital and regional centres. Most mobile networks cover 98% -99% of the population, which is great, however in land mass this equates to only around 20% of Australia having mobile coverage, the other 80% where you need communications even more, has nothing. Of course, there is radio, either UHF or HF. UHF is pretty inexpensive and easy to use, however even with a 5watt system the signal at best only carriers 17km. In the outback, most properties are bigger than that. HF carries further however is very expensive to install, at around $3,000 - $6,000 and most people find it very ...

Early this year, Charles Werb embarked on a world first attempt to snow sail across the Antarctic Plateau.  He now holds the world record for being the first person to ever snow sail in Antarctica.  SatPhone Shop, communications partner for the Outer Edge Polar Challenge, Ride for Leukaemia sponsored Charles with 2 x Iridium GO! devices to maintain contact with base camp and the rest of the world.  He said that the Iridium GO! surpassed his expectation for reliability and ease of use. “If it works in the wilds of Antarctica without fault, it’ll work anywhere in the world.  I can’t recommend the product highly enough.”  Watch the video below featured on Scope TV . 

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SatPhone Shop, communications partner for The Polar Challenge Ride for Leukaemia, is proud to be part of Charles Werb's journey in making his dream a reality.   Charles was equipped with an Iridium GO! Wi-Fi hotspot device, which he used to get in touch with base camp, family and his crew.  Check out the video:   https://youtu.be/N2kWq8V5KwA SatPhone Shop would like to congratulate Charles and his team in successfully achieving a world 'first' record.  Well done!