BlueCosmo Iridium 9555 Satellite Phone Bundle - Only Truly Global Satellite Phone - Voice, SMS Text Messaging - Prepaid SIM Card Included - Online Activation - 24/7

I living so far from the city. We dont have internet here and cell networks. Satellite phone is the best solution

The phone was delightfully ordered based on the description, including the accesories, especially prepaid sim card. (150 minutes good for 60days) with a a beautiful and clear picture showing the same.However, when Sim was not recognized by the phone and time came for activation, the vendor wanted $295.00 for the same minutes, which I should not pay extra, directed me to Amazon, who has nothing to do with the description, because in my good faith was supplied by the vendor. The result was to avoid hassel, and hence was respectfuuly returned to amazon, for the reason of bad taste of having a expensive equipment to get started to work. So folks be aware of these kinds of issues.

Super expensive but far more reliable than the cheaper alternatives

The phone is working well and everything came as advertised. Shipping was on time.

Device works really well in the open to 1/2 sky setting, when you get into the wooded area you'd need at least 1/3 of sky visible or find a spot where phone registers and do not move. Once connection is established - it works well, but take into account 1-2 seconds delay, so don't chit chat. With external antennae it's way better and works well in the moving car. Great for emergency communications. Be aware that if someone calls you back - they will pay international rates, unless you buy USA number with your plan.

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Phone reception was horrible in the US with a clear line of sight outdoors

Box contents were not complete. There was a note saying that one adapter plug was not available. Not a complete kit is disappointing.