Spot Satellite Messenger, the world’s first satellite courier, was recently introduced during the annual Consumer Electronic Show (CES).
This “intelligent’ device allows users to send messages by means of commercial satellite to notify other people of the exact location of a person who has been lost. This gadget is a cheaper alternative to the conventional but quite expensive devices such as cellphone-based GPS trackers, personal locator beacons, and satellite phones.
The SPOT satellite Messenger has been designed by a team of experts and engineers to provide full coverage in all areas in Europe, North America, and Australia. It also covers some portions of Northeastern Asia, Northern Africa, and South America.
Here is how the device works: when a person has been lost, he can just press the “Alert 911” function and a signal will immediately be dispatched to let others know the exact location of the person. Meanwhile, a he can also press the button “Check In” which transmits a signal which allows other people to know that the he is lost but is doing quite ok.
There is also a “Help” feature which will in turn allows the person who has been lost to notify his family and friends of his location and status.
Other great features are Google Maps which allows the person to track his progress by marking location points along the route; SPOTcast automatic tracking service; GPS satellite which will pinpoint the exact location of the person; and rugged unit floats which work in extreme temperatures and various altitudes (this can also be submerged in water for up to 1 meter deep).
The satellite messenger device weights less than 8 oz. which makes it easy to carry. It uses two AA lithium batteries which can last for up to one year (without using the device, 14 days in SPODcast mode, and nine days in “Alert 911” mode.
The SPOT requires $ 99 for its annual subscription fee and $ 7.95 for optional extraction assistance in countries which do not provide emergency services
May 20, 2010 at 7:02 PM
I think it is very useful in the child tracking and car tracking system
May 20, 2010 at 9:48 PM
very usefull for outdoor activity. But not usefull in daily used.
May 22, 2010 at 2:54 AM
I am really cheerful to know the Spot Satellite Messenger is come in front of us in CES; that the world’s first satellite courier; will help us in communication.
May 23, 2010 at 8:27 PM
its very useful for child so when child need help from their parents, they can make it faster
May 26, 2010 at 1:41 AM
This is really a very useful device for trackers and frequent travellers. A screen with map should also be added to help the user to know his way.
May 26, 2010 at 6:55 AM
Very very useful product when u outside of home or track someone but its expensive i think. Well written article. Thanks.
May 26, 2010 at 3:44 PM
I think the “Help” feature which allows a child, for instance, who has been lost to notify his parents of his location and status makes this item worth every single penny. Nice gadget.
May 29, 2010 at 12:26 PM
fantastic gadget !! really cool that it connects with satellite like a GPS device , i give it 7 out of 10
June 3, 2010 at 12:37 PM
Now technology has become more various in information devices. I really want to have this kind of Spot Satelite Messanger.
June 4, 2010 at 4:02 PM
I do not know what to say ...however, there are much better
June 4, 2010 at 11:42 PM
i hope we may have this one in the Philippines...this one could be a big help for rescue operations...especially if there were calamities
June 5, 2010 at 3:01 AM
I am so glad for the covers. That is something that has always worried me. I love the spot. I am a nature photographer and go out by myself which isnt always the smartest thing. But my wife feels mcuh better now that I have the spot. It would really be nice if there would be a discount to upgrade.
June 5, 2010 at 10:06 AM
Very useful for people who make dangerous trip in the mountains.The same old people who have memory loss.I think many people would be saved with this technology.
June 5, 2010 at 9:41 PM
important to car owner i think
thanks
June 6, 2010 at 8:26 AM
The SPOT messenger's user interface is awful. The unit has four buttons and four LEDs. Pushing the ON button turns the unit on. So far so good. Pushing the OK button once sends a single message. The Help and 911 buttons work as expected
June 7, 2010 at 5:31 AM
very useful for who likes adventure and is in a dangerous area, keep track of positions so as not to lose direction.
June 20, 2010 at 10:58 AM
i hope we may have this one in the Philippines...this one could be a big help for rescue operations...especially if there were calamities
June 25, 2010 at 12:45 PM
IT is just what a man can get the best out of his money
I'll buy one
Thanks...!!!
June 25, 2010 at 6:01 PM
i am getting to know more useful and new,innovative information from this website about such kind of devices which i have never even dreamt of,this satetllite messenger is new and can help many people to communicate easily
June 25, 2010 at 6:37 PM
ya its nice product, but it will be useful for peoples who does trekking and persons who go alone for adventure. This device is nice and i have some idea to put this kind of sensors in all cars and vans.
June 25, 2010 at 7:50 PM
Really surprised on seeing this Spot Satellite Messenger product as i feel it will be very useful product for everybody
July 16, 2010 at 5:08 PM
Excellent and wonderful SPOT Satellite Messenger. Its really helpa lot to send messages through Satellite. After reading this article i came to know about this product as a whole and got complete understanding.
July 29, 2010 at 6:33 PM
Spot Satellite Messenger, is a very useful device . Here is how the device works: when a person has been lost, he can just press the “Alert 911” function and a signal will, be dispatched to let others know the exact location of the person. Meanwhile, a he can also press the button “Check In” which transmits a signal which allows , persons to know that the he is lost but, is O.K , Fine . It can , be very useful for persons who are travelling , far off--places .
July 29, 2010 at 8:13 PM
With this device, the security measures will be more completed, accurate and simple. Technology is revolutionizing every aspects of our daily lives.
July 29, 2010 at 8:29 PM
Nice Security System must be implemented by every one
thanks a lot for the detailed information
July 30, 2010 at 12:22 AM
ohh. a new kind of Gadjet. interesting.
August 3, 2010 at 7:04 PM
this gadget is great. this is a must need for all those who love the outdoors and adventure seekers. this technology is a life saver. i hope this would be available for use - WORLDWIDE and with a unified distress signal/code usable for all countries.
August 3, 2010 at 7:33 PM
It sounds very stranger for me. It makes me curious to know more about this product. It is very sporty look of SPOT Satellite Messenger.
August 4, 2010 at 2:54 AM
It would be a very big help for finding lost people. and since it is cheaper, many can avail it and be able to feel more secure.
August 5, 2010 at 7:18 PM
SPOT Satellite Messenger is very useful for the elderly and children as they are the class of people with higher degree of risk with respect to getting lost.
August 8, 2010 at 5:51 AM
Spot Satellite Messenger is the the world’s first satellite courier that is recently introduced during the annual Consumer Electronic Show (CES).Thanks for posting about new technology.