No cell signal? No problem. Turn your Smartphone into a satellite communicator with the SPOT Connect device.

Today’s smartphones provide a level of social connection far beyond what we imagined just a few years ago. But when you go beyond the reach of the grid your smartphone needs the help of SPOT Connect to keep you in touch with friends, family, and emergency personnel. Simply pair your smartphone with SPOT Connect, and get connected to a global satellite network that lets you send messages and GPS coordinates from virtually anywhere on the planet. Update Twitter and Facebook. Send text messages or a short email. Request non-emergency help from contacts or professional service providers. And in the case of a critical emergency, send an SOS message requesting emergency assistance.

Product Description:

• Send messages from virtually anywhere via satellite
• Type & Send custom messages (41 character) or Predefined message (120 characters) options (additional service required)
• Track Progress on Google Maps or SPOT Adventures page
• Integrates with Facebook, Twitter and SPOTadventures.com
• Smartphone app for operation and detailed status
• On device SOS button for standalone emergency operation
• Size: 3” x 2.6” x 1.2” (7.6 cm x 6.6 cm x 3.2 cm)
• Weight: 4.9 oz (w/ batteries)
• Batteries (included): 2 AA Energizer Ultimate Lithium 8X (L91)
• Works with leading Smart Phone and handheld platforms (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android 2.0 or later, Blackberry and Windows Phone 7 compatibility in development)