The Motorola Defy Satellite Link has just been launched as a compact and lightweight Bluetooth accessory that allows both Android and iOS devices to connect to the Bullitt Satellite Messenger platform.
This means that users can connect their smartphone directly to satellite for text messages and SOS for critical situations when going on an adventure where a signal may be hard to reach.
The feature of satellite messaging was made known especially due to Apple's latest iPhone 14 lineup which introduced it built-in.
The Motorola Defy Satellite Link is powered by Bullitt Satellite and what makes it unique is that it can be used for fully-fledged messaging and not just for emergencies as it comes with different plans that cover up to an annual 300 messages every month, true two-way messaging, and SOS assist.
In other words, it simply works like text messages but via satellite rather than a regular cellular network. However, users will need to download the Bullit Satellite Messenger app to communicate or have messages arrive as a standard SMS if the receiver gets a message via satellite but hasn't downloaded the app.
Other features include an IP68 rating from sand, grit, dirt, dust, and water while also being drop tested of up to 2 meters on steel.
It also packs in a MediaTek MT5825 chipset, Bluetooth 5.1, a 600 mAh battery that charges via USB, and eSIM support.
The Motorola Defy Satellite Link is priced at USD 149.99 and is currently available in the USA and UK for now with satellite coverage being location dependent.
Bullitt's Satellite Messenger service plans start at USD 5 for the Essential plan with 30 messages per month for one year and can run up to USD 30 for its Premium plan with up to 300 messages a month.
No word on pricing and availability has been made for the Philippines.
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