Thuraya unveils new SatSleeve with Data Mode

The new release not only allows users to make phone calls and to send SMS messages via Thuraya’s satellite network, it also enables them access to emails, as well as popular social media and instant messaging apps such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and WhatsApp among others. Thuraya SatSleeve users can now post news updates, chat via messaging apps with their contacts as well as send and receive email from the most remote locations in satellite mode. The device can be used across Thuraya’s extensive satellite network with coverage in over 140 countries.

 

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Calls and text messages in satellite mode
Expand the horizons of your iPhone and use it in satellite mode across whenever there is no terrestrial network available.

Email on the go
Access emails in satellite mode, no matter where you are.

Take your favorite Apps with you
Use your favorite Apps such as Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and many more, so you can chat and update your profile in places that are beyond terrestrial network reach.

Compatibility with the iPhone
Add a reliable satellite connection to your iPhone, wherever you go. The SatSleeve App is available as a free download from the Apple App Store.

User-friendliness
Simply dock your iPhone into the SatSleeve to enjoy satellite connectivity. Available in 12 languages, the user-friendly SatSleeve App allows you to easily integrate your iPhone address book for satellite calls and messages with the swipe of your fingers.

Enhanced safety features
Thuraya SatSleeve comes equipped with an Emergency Call button, allowing you to make an emergency phone call to one predefined number even without your iPhone docked.

Supported by the most robust and powerful satellite network
Thuraya’s satellite network is renowned for being the most powerful satellite coverage that covers over 140 countries or two-thirds of the globe. With the high penetration alerting capability (HPA), Thuraya SatSleeve enables you to receive calls even with the satellite antenna stowed, keeping you connected at all times.

Changeable smartphone adaptors
Different smartphone adaptors for the SatSleeve provide you with the flexibility to use the SatSleeve with recent smartphone models.

Available Accessories

• Spare Battery
• Spare Travel Charger with 4 plugs (EU/UK/CN/AUS)
• Spare Adaptor for iPhone 4/4S
• Spare Adaptor for iPhone 5/5S

 

Technical Specifications

Dimensions:
Main unit: 138 x 69 x 20 mm (h x w x d)
Adaptor: 142 x 69 x 13 mm (h x w x d)

Weight:
Main unit: 171 g (with battery)
Adaptor: 49 g

Connectivity: 
3.5 mm jack for headset
Micro USB for charging and upgrade
Bluetooth
WiFi
Docking connector with iPhone
DC Jack for charging

Battery: 3.7V Li-ion, 2440 mAh

Stand-by time: up to 36 hrs

Talk time: up to 3 hrs

Satellite Data speed: Download 60 kbps, Upload 15 kbps (GmPRS)

iPhone charging: iPhone charging via charging ports

Power supply: Output DC 5V / 2.0A (with EU/UK/CN/AUS adaptor)

Operating temperature: -10 to +55°C

Storage temperature: -20 to +70°C

App languages: English, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Adaptors: Adaptors for different smartphones models available

Videos with SatSleeve:
- How to Dock and Undock your Thuraya SatSleeve
- How to Integrate your iPhone with Thuraya SatSleeve
- How to Use your Thuraya SatSleeve

Brochure (PDF)
Factsheet (PDF)
User Guide (PDF)