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a mobile phone that uses satellites for communication in remote areas where traditional cellular networks are not available
What is a "satellite phone"?
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.
