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What Is A Satellite Phone? A  satellite telephone ,  satellite phone , or sat-phone  is a type of mobile  phone  that connects to orbiting  satellites  instead of terrestrial cell sites. They provide similar functionality to terrestrial mobile  telephones ; voice, short messaging service and low-bandwidth internet access are supported through most systems. How much does it cost to have a satellite phone? You may need to check with Verizon concerning your specific plan (plan on being on hold for a bit). From a Verizon phone to an Iridium Satellite Phone:  $6.00 per minute . From a Verizon phone to a Globalstar Satellite Phone:  $6.00 per minute . From a Verizon phone to an Inmarsat Satellite Phone:  $9.00  per minute. How do you call satellite phone? Prepaid Plan Validity Cost Iridium Global Prepaid Service - 500 Minutes 12 mo. $825.00 Iridium Global Prepaid Service - 1000 Minutes 24 mo. $1495.00 Iridium Glob...

Tiny Device Allows You To Track Your Car Using Your Smartphone Have you ever lost your car on a parking lot? It happens. You park and go shopping. When you get back, you don't have a clue where your car is. Then you start roaming around clicking on the panic button on your car keys so the alarm goes off. It can be frustrating, especially on a hot, sunny day. No, you don't need to install an expensive GPS system to keep track of your car. That's way too expensive. You would need to pay a monthly subscription fee just to use it. Don't we have enough bills to pay already? The device "TrackR" has the size of a coin and can be placed everywhere But is there a way to track your vehicle without spending a fortune? Yes, now there is! A California-based startup company was able to make this a reality. They created a tiny device that works with your smartphone, and it could be exactly what you're looking for! What is it? It's called Trac...