Thuraya SatSleeve: Turn Your Cell Phone Into a Satellite Phone

If you travel the globe and you’re frequently in remote locations, but you still want to use your smart phone, there’s satellite technology that can make this a reality – the Thuraya SatSleeve. Even if you never travel the globe, but you live in a rural community (or just a terrestrial cell tower dead-zone), the same technology can convert your standard smartphone into a satellite phone that gets reception anywhere on the planet. And as amazing as this revelation is, it’s not going to cost you an arm and a leg. It doesn’t require any complicated setup, either (there’s a simple tutorial video that can walk you through it).

The Thuraya SatSleeve takes your existing smart phone and transforms it into a lean, mean, satellite-signal-receiving machine. Both iPhone and Samsung smartphones are compatible with this technology. Even when you upgrade your phone, you can still use the same Thuraya Satsleeve with an updated adapter. The satellite network covers over 160 countries, so just about anywhere you want to go, you’ll have access to everything you need on your phone.

When you use the Thuraya Satsleeve, you don’t have to worry about remembering a 16-digit satellite phone number or your call not getting through because of a security block on a foreign number. Your calls will ring through and be connected via a local number, so your call can be connected easily, every time.

This technology is great for people who live and work outside of terrestrial cell phone tower reach. Even if you’re not an adventurer hiking to remote locations, there are many spots in our country and others that still do not have cell phone coverage or Internet capability. With this technology hooked to a smart phone, anyone can have access to all smart phone capabilities like talk, voice, text, applications, Internet access and more.

There are also industries that by their very mobile nature demand satellite technology to communicate. Emergency first responders are always on the go. Having their smart phones with satellite capability allows them to communicate with their loved ones to reassure them of their safety during times when terrestrial phone lines may be overburdened with traffic. Members of the media are also highly mobile and need to communicate with their offices or their families while chasing a developing story. The Thuraya Satsleeve makes all of this possible.

Industries can also benefit from the Thuraya Satsleeve. Utility workers frequently have to work alone in remote locations to make repairs, check conditions and service equipment. With use of their smart phones, in addition to any other satellite communications their company may use, they are able to communicate through multiple channels, which helps improve operations and worker safety. The same benefits extend to workers in the oil and gas industries, mining, maritime and aviation industries. All of these industries are highly mobile and in remote locations. They can all benefit from an additional line of communication to their home offices and loved ones.

This technology is surprisingly affordable for all that you get. For about the cost of your cell phone, you can buy one of these devices. Contact us today to order.

Headquartered in New York City, New York Mobile Satellite provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer and industry specific needs sets us apart from the competition. New York Mobile Satellite LLC is certified as a Veteran Owned business by the Veterans Administration.

Global Xpress Speeds You Along the Information Highway

Looking for a super high-speed broadband network that gives you Internet access in even the most remote locations across the globe? Look no further than Global Xpress. This Ka-band broadband satellite network, launched in December 2015, offers speeds of up to 50 Megabits per second for downloads and 5 Megabits per second for uploads, using their compact user terminals. Other benefits of GX are easy to deploy without an engineer and low maintenance costs. This unprecedented speed and reliability make this technology arguably the best satellite broadband solution on the market today.

The company responsible for this technology, Immarsat, invested about $1.2 billion in infrastructure for this satellite network, including 3 new satellites constructed by Boeing. This network forms the GX constellation. A fourth satellite is planned for launch later in 2016 to enhance the network even further.

The satellites use a combination of fixed narrow spot beams and steerable beams, which add up to real-time additional capacity for users. They have teamed up with Cisco to develop the Inmarsat Service Enablement Platform and the Inmarsat Gateway to create content-rich applications. These applications are custom tailored to meet customer needs.

Global Xpress has possible applications in many different fields. Some of these fields include:

· Business Enterprise – The Ka-band network delivers secure, end-to-end wideband connectivity, ideal for business customers. The network is well suited for business continuity, emergency response and backhaul services. GX offers one IP address for a business’s entire operation, and it has predictable performance globally. It has seamless integration into the corporate network, too. In addition to seamless communication, GX offers flexible plans to accommodate occasional use.

· Government – The Ka-band network delivers secure, end-to-end wideband connectivity, ideal for government customers. The network is well suited for live full motion video, special operations, expeditionary forces, surveillance, reconnaissance, airborne intelligence, command and control and theatre backhaul.

· Military – With the mobile nature of military, often located in very remote locations, and needing real-time connectivity, Global Xpress offers solutions. Military users need guaranteed “at least” data rates, and Global Xpress delivers. The compact terminals offer reliable broadband service from a single provider that are built to handle government mission-critical needs.

· Aviation – Passengers and airline personnel can get reliable service in the sky. The network is backed with a two-receiver antenna technology that ensures the connection is never dropped. Service is offered through Jet ConneX and GX Aviation.

· Maritime – Fleet Xpress can even deliver the same reliable, fast broadband service at sea. They guarantee performance for all of their customers and offer fully managed support 24/7. This technology can improve efficiency, safety, compliance and IT security.

This technology is on the cutting edge of satellite broadband. It is faster and less expensive than other Ka-and market offerings and the terminals are smaller and more cost-effective. Terminals are easy to set up by one person alone. And the great news is, customers who were already on the Inmarsat global service package can use both Inmarsat’s L-band and Global Xpress networks.

If you are looking for speed and reliability for your business or organization, you will want more details on Global Xpress. Contact New York Mobile Satellite for products, services and packages. Our knowledgeable professionals will help you get the technology you need for success.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

The Perfect Pairing: Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Technology and Satellite Service

Machine to Machine or M2M technology has been around for a while, but adding satellite technology to this amazing advancement is taking M2M to the next level. Read on to find out what M2M is, how satellite technology improves it and how various industries can benefit from it.

What is M2M?

Machine-to Machine, or M2M, technology refers to any set of network devices that can perform actions and exchange information without a human manually sending or receiving the information. This technology is often used to remotely monitor conditions. This type of communication is used in remote control, robotics, logistics services, traffic control, supply chain management, fleet management, warehouse management, telemedicine and much more.

Most M2M communication require RFID or radio frequency identification. According to the Internet of Things Agenda, this technology uses an electromagnetic or electrostatic coupling in the radio frequency portion of the electromagnetic spectrum to uniquely identify an object, animal or person. The RFID is made of three components: an antenna, transceiver and transponder. In addition to the RFID, M2M depends on sensors, a communication link (through Wi-Fi, cellular or satellite network) and autonomic computing software.

How Does Satellite Technology Improve M2M?

Companies or individuals that need to use M2M in remote locations don’t have to be dependent on cellular or Wi-Fi networks for communication. Satellite enables M2M to happen anywhere on the planet, even in the most remote locations. The service is cost-effective because they don’t have to invest in broadband infrastructures and provides very reliable service. According to OFFCOMM News, the global market for satellite M2M services is projected to be $1.6 billion by 2017.

Industries That Benefit From Satellite M2M

The government and private sector alike are benefitting from Satellite M2M as the industry continues to grow. The energy sector already widely uses satellite M2M for tasks like monitoring oil pipelines or electric wire networks including Smart Grids. Utility meters can also contain this technology, saving utility companies money collecting data about individual usage. This technology is used to monitor assets where large numbers of equipment are spread out over vast areas.

There are other uses for the technology. In banking, the technology provides ATM services in areas with limited connectivity. In the environmental industries, the technology provides monitoring for water treatment sites, windmill farms and other sites.

There are also public safety and meteorological applications for this technology. M2M allows us to pick up meteorological and seismic activity across the globe. The data collected can help monitor forest fires, issue tsunami or flood warnings and more, saving lives. There are also applications for military or government intelligence agencies that need to track assets or people across the globe.

M2M has plenty of maritime applications. Satellite M2M allows communication and improved safety of crews out at sea. More governments are employing Vessel Monitoring Systems to help enforce fishing regulations. Satellite M2M also enables increased safety by monitoring the systems on the ship like oil pressure and coolant temperature, so that the crew and those ashore can be aware of any potential mechanical issues. Buoys equipped with M2M terminals can help scientists monitor ocean conditions, collecting important environmental data that can be used in wave, ocean port and coastal monitoring. More office functions can be performed at sea using M2M technology, allowing for optimum efficiency on ships.

If you are interested in M2M and would like more information on the technology used in your industry, contact New York Mobile Satellite. We’d be happy to answer any questions.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

True Stories of Satellite Technology in Action

We like to talk about how satellite technology can help you in many different fields. Today we’d like to share some actual stories from the field, which we have gathered from Iridium, makers of some of the best satellite technology out there. Check out the practical applications real users are finding for this technology.

Satellite Technology Along for the Ride on World-Record Balloon Journey

On January 25, 2015, Troy Bradley and Leonid Tiukhtyaev journeyed from Japan to the Mexican coast over the span of 6 days, and Iridium satellite technology was along for that record-breaking ride. They broke the records for longest duration of a balloon in the air and longest distance traveled by a balloon. The pair travelled 6,646 miles and were flying for 161 hours and 17 minutes.

Mission control for the flight equipped the pilots with an Iridium Go!, an Iridium Extreme and an Iridium partner tracking device from spidertracks. One of the team’s largest challenges was unpredictable weather. They weren’t sure where the balloon was going to land because of changing meteorological conditions. Bradley said, “It is imperative to have good communications when you are on a mission depending on meteorology.” Iridium provided just that by providing instant communication solutions. Spidertracks allowed mission control to track the team and keep them out of harm’s way.

Satellite Technology Keeps Alpine Climber Connected in Pakistani Mountain Range

Graham Zimmerman is a professional alpine climber who had the goal of climbing the Karakoram mountain range in Pakistan. He is passionate about climbing technical routes on some of the highest mountains in the world. He takes the road less traveled, or sometimes totally uncharted, because he enjoys the challenge. His enthusiasm for mountain climbing takes him to some of the most remote places on Earth. Zimmerman needs reliable connection to the outside world for safety’s sake.

During this trip to Pakistan, Zimmerman and his long-time climbing partner, Scott Bennett, were there to climb the remote 21,000 foot mountain Changi and an unclimbed face of a 23,000 foot mountain, K6. A major part of staying safe during these climbs was keeping track of the weather. The team had to move during windows of clear weather, so having reliable communication through satellite technology kept them safe and helped them make their journey up both mountains. They also needed lightweight communication tools to easily transport them up difficult mountain faces. Their lightweight satellite communication tools enabled them to communicate with their U.S.-based weather forecaster so that they could stay on top of all developing weather fronts.

Zimmerman relies on Iridium satellite equipment to keep him connected to his family back at home, as it’s difficult to be away from your loved ones for months on end. Communicating through satellite technology helped bridge the distance between the climbers and their families. He says, “We believe that they [Iridium] make the best satellite communications equipment, and we are very happy to have it every time. For us, it simply makes the most sense to have the best equipment that will also work anywhere we choose to go in the world.”

New York Mobile Satellite is proud to carry “the best satellite communications equipment” found anywhere in the world. Cell phones, cameras, tracking devices…we have it all. For more information, contact us today. Let us help you stay connected, no matter where you are.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

Three Common Industries that Benefit From Satellite Telecommunications

Virtually all industries can benefit from satellite telecommunications, but there are several industries that have workers who have a consistent need for communications on the go without the threat of interrupted service. For businesses where mobility is their life blood, satellite can be exceptionally helpful and even lifesaving. Here are just a few industries that benefit from satellite each and every day.

Public Safety

First responders and public safety organizations have some challenges that can only be overcome by reliable telecommunication satellite provides. They need to make sure they can communicate between base operations and emergency resources during times of crisis and natural disaster. During emergencies, terrestrial cellular lines are often jammed from greatly increased traffic. Satellite communications don’t become overwhelmed during times of crisis, so first responders and public safety organizations have open lines of communication when they need it the most.

When agencies need to communicate with one another across the continent, or across the globe, satellite communications and New York Mobile Satellite’s technology enable them to do so. Since emergencies can occur anywhere, it’s crucial that even remote locations have communications services in a time of crisis. This is so important because satellite technology allows first responders, public safety agencies, emergency services (including hospitals) to communicate to get people to safety quickly and efficiently during a crisis.

Media

To bring you the most up-to-date news, reporters travel across the globe chasing the stories that matter. Our satellite technology allows them to bring you coverage of what’s happening globally. Media uses BGAN and VSAT technology to deliver live audio and video broadcasts, store and forward video news clips and provide reporters out in the field with access to their office resources.

Media coverage is an important piece of public safety. When there’s impending bad weather, a natural disaster, terrorist attack or other threat to public safety, media coverage helps keep the public in the loop so that they can make it to a safe area and get instructions from public safety organizations.

Utilities 

Utility companies use our satellite communications to expedite field operations, ensure the safety of their field staff and keep their infrastructure in working order so that you don’t lose access to the utilities you need every day. There is a massive infrastructure behind every service you get in your home and business: electric, gas, water, etc. This infrastructure is usually widespread, so companies need a technological solution to help them monitor the condition of their equipment. Utilities can use Smart Grid, SCADA, M2M applications to monitor, analyze, report, and control applications, as well as access and process real-time and historical data at an astonishing speed. And because all of this data isn’t passing through potentially congested and limited terrestrial cellular towers, utility companies are able to monitor their infrastructure consistently to ensure you have power, water, electric and any other utilities that you need to live. The men and women behind the scenes at the utility companies can also work more safely when they have to do repairs in remote locations because satellite technology allows them to be in constant communication with their home offices.

These industries and other rely on our satellite telecommunications and the kind of mobile technology that provides reliable communication across the globe for about the same cost as terrestrial cellular services. Learn more about accessibility and affordability by contacting New York Mobile Satellite today.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition

Our Satellite Technology Means Your Safety

Adventure. Industry. Business. Satellite technology is there to protect by providing consistent access to communication and internet technology, offering the ultimate safety net.

Satellite technology enables people to travel beyond the range of traditional cellular communication and still stay in contact. Whether you’re a solo adventurer hiking in remote mountains or sailing from the Caribbean to Canada, satellite technology can keep you connected with emergency services and home.

On Land

With our GPS and M2M systems, satellite technology is the perfect lifeline for the outdoor adventurer, especially if you like to travel alone. Mountain climbing can be a dangerous hobby, so you want to ensure that you are connected should you need to phone for help. Hikers can also benefit from this technology.

Lone workers in many industries can use satellite technology to ensure their safety. Some positions may require lone workers to travel long distances in remote locations, like when they must service power plants deep in the Australian outback or secure oil pipelines in the Middle East. The technology is ideal for relief workers in remote locations. Not only will these workers be connected with phone service, but there are applications designed to keep them safe by monitoring their location and allowing them to check in as part of safety protocol.

In the Air

Often when you’re flying, you can’t receive cellular reception through traditional means. Satellite technology enables you to stay in contact even while airborne. This technology is ideal for airplane pilots to use as a backup means for communication. While pilots do have communication with air traffic control during flight, should something happen with the communication capability on the plane, they would be able to use satellite communication in the event of an emergency.

Helicopter pilots can also benefit from this technology. Fueling a long helicopter flight can be a challenge, but with the help of satellite technology the members of the Three North Poles expedition were able to set up refueling stations to make it across 715 nautical miles of icy waters and remote, treacherous terrain.

At Sea

Sailors, yachting enthusiasts, sea kayakers, fishermen and others who spend significant amounts of time at sea can all ensure their safety by using satellite communications. Weather can change quickly out on the open ocean, so you want a means to track it in real time. Satellite technology can enable you to know what weather is coming your way so you can prepare for it.

Oceanographers, marine biologists and other scientists collecting data at sea can boost the productivity of their data collection and ensure communication by using satellite technology. E-mail, messaging, web access and file transfer via broadband Internet systems complete the suite of solutions to ensure further safety.

Protecting Animals

This technology isn’t only helping humans travel safely. Satellite technology is helping protect endangered species around the globe. Through a satellite monitoring system, combined with scientists’ manual data collection, scientists are able to monitor rare species and help combat poaching globally. This technology is beneficial to zoologists and conservationists, but can also be a great asset to the scientific community at large. Scientists in many fields have to collect large amounts of data in remote areas. Satellite technology can help aid in their personal safety and enhance their data collection experience.

Depending where you operate on land or at sea, you’ll likely encounter times when your travels take you outside of cellular services or the range of the 2-way radio network. For an additional safety net, New York Mobile Satellite offers satellite telephone systems in multiple formats: portable handhelds, in-vehicle fixed phones or docking kits and maritime phones for life at sea. If it’s push-to-talk radio that you require for dispatch operations, then we can extend the range of your 2-way radio network across your operating region, on a global basis. Our products also provide simple integration of satellite push-to-talk with your existing UHF/VHF radios, repeaters and dispatch console systems.

New York Mobile Satellite is also proud to introduce the first line of rapidly deployable satellite enabled self-contained cameras. These allow you to utilize our Broad Band Global Area Network (BGAN) and /or Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) or your existing network in order to enable direct and remove monitoring for rapid deployment for emergency response and safety scenarios.

There are literally millions of scenarios in which satellite technology can save lives, reduce injuries and even prevent catastrophes. Are you ready to protect your safety and the safety of your team while benefiting from constant communications with clients and loved ones? Contact us today at 646-537-1724. Or email us. Staying safe is worth it.