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Lightsquared Files Interference Report
LightSquared’s proposal outlined a three-part solution for resolving GPS interference issues involving GPS devices, detailed in recommendations filed at the FCC June 30. GPS device test results, which were also filed at the FCC, show unequivocally that the interference is caused by the GPS device manufacturer’s decision during the past eight years to design products…
Sig Hansen and crew use Fleetbroadband
Captain Sig Hansen and crew of the poplular reality show “The Deadliest Catch” utilize Inmarsat’s Fleetbroadband high speed satellite terminal out at sea. Never before have the crew of the Northwestern had such instant access to communication. All on board are able to speak as often as they like to family and friends back on…
Sig Hansen uses Fleetbroadband for Crab Fishing
Initially, Sig Hansen Captain of the Northwestern was skeptical about using the Fleetbroadband Satellite System. He decided he would put it to the test so they installed the Satellite antenna on the highest point of the Northwestern vessel for two reasons. One, to get the best signal possible, and two, to test it’s durablility against…
LightSquared to plan Next Generation Push-to-Talk for Public Safety
LightSquared™, the nation’s first wholesale-only integrated 4G-LTE wireless broadband and satellite network, announced today a plan to ensure the nation’s public safety community continues to have satellite Push-to-Talk and other critical communications features that it has come to depend on as LightSquared moves to next generation satellite services. LightSquared’s satellite network has played a critical…
How to use the iSatPhone
Follow these steps when you receive your iSatPhone Pro Once you receive the phone, to activate the sim, please call ISS @ 888-511-3403 or email support at support@issi-us.net. For security purposes, we don’t activate the sim card until it arrives safely to the customer. We take the liberty of installing your sim card for you…
Vintage aircraft expedition assisted by BGAN
BGAN via the Inmarsat satellite network has been deployed on a mission to salvage famous geologist Sir Douglas Mawson’s vintage aircraft. The location of the first aircraft was confirmed by Australia’s Antarctic Heritage Expedition. BGAN portable satellite terminal was used to update blogs, send pictures and videos to record this amazing event. Communications officer Dr…
Can someone please tell me what mobile satellite communications is?
Ask any 20 people on the street what they know about the mobile satellite communications business, 10 will say “you mean like Sprint or Verizon?” A few will ask “like Dish Network, you mean satellite TV?” A few more will just give you a blank stare. MAYBE you’ll find 1 person who has heard of…
iSatPhone Pro Service and Features
Here’s another great video on the services and features of the NEW iSatPhone Pro via the inmarsat satellite network https://youtu.be/_7YWkwP36ic
Inmarsat signs contract for next generation satellites
Inmarsat, the world’s premier provider or mobile satellite communications, is proud to announce the signing of a contract with International Launch Services (ILS) to launch the new Inmarsat-5 satellite on board ILS’ Proton launch vehicle. The three state-of-the-art 702HP Ka-band spacecraft, currently being built by Boeing, are scheduled to launch from the Baikonur Cosmodrone in…
Inmarsat and Lightsquared provide relief for hurricane Irene
Mobile Satellite communications is considered the most effective and reliable platform for communications during emergencies. With Hurricane Irene creating havoc in the east coast of U.S., LightSquared and Inmarsat have joined hands to support the hurricane Irene’s emergency responders. Wireless communications are the best sought-after communication option during emergency response, rescue, or relief situation. However,…