satellite phone
1 of 1nouna mobile phone that uses satellites for communication in remote areas where traditional cellular networks are not available
A satellite phone is a type of mobile phone that connects to satellites orbiting the Earth instead of relying on traditional cell towers. This allows satellite phones to work in remote areas where regular cell phone service is unavailable, such as in deserts, mountains, or oceans. Satellite phones are commonly used by people working in places with little or no cellular coverage, such as explorers, sailors, or emergency responders. While they are more expensive than regular phones and require a clear line of sight to the sky, satellite phones offer reliable communication in locations that would otherwise be out of reach for standard mobile phones.
- She bought a satellite phone for her trip to the Arctic, as regular cell phones wouldn't work there.
- Satellite phones are essential for expeditions in areas where there is no mobile network.
- If you travel to remote islands, a satellite phone might be your only way to stay connected.
- He carried a satellite phone while hiking across the desert to stay in touch with the base camp.
- The rescue team communicated with headquarters using satellite phones during the storm.