cnynrat
Expedition Leader
DeLorme has announced a new satellite communications product targeting backcountry users.
Link to DeLorme info
They are using the Iridium satellite constellation to implement a text messaging capability. The unit can be paired with a DeLorme GPS (not sure about other brands). Even more interesting to me it can interface with an Android smartphone. Your smartphone can then be used to send receive text messages to anyone in your contact list. The unit also supports a tracking feature letting friends keep track of your travels back home. The Android inReach app will support DeLorme's topo maps on your Android device even when you are out of cell coverage.
Sounds very cool!
Messaging plans will start at $9.95/month.
Link to DeLorme info
They are using the Iridium satellite constellation to implement a text messaging capability. The unit can be paired with a DeLorme GPS (not sure about other brands). Even more interesting to me it can interface with an Android smartphone. Your smartphone can then be used to send receive text messages to anyone in your contact list. The unit also supports a tracking feature letting friends keep track of your travels back home. The Android inReach app will support DeLorme's topo maps on your Android device even when you are out of cell coverage.
Sounds very cool!
Messaging plans will start at $9.95/month.