Globalstar Introduces Sat-Fi(TM), a Groundbreaking MSS Solution
January 29 2014 - 4:19PM
Today, Globalstar, Inc. (OTCQB:GSAT) unveiled Sat-Fi, a
revolutionary voice and data solution that provides seamless
integration between any Wi-Fi enabled device (i.e., smartphones,
tablets, laptops, etc.) and Globalstar's new satellite
constellation. With Sat-Fi, Globalstar customers can use their
existing smartphones and existing phone numbers to send and receive
communications over the Company's satellite network, offering
seamless voice and data connectivity when beyond the range of
cellular. This new technology means that people who find themselves
outside of cell coverage, for whatever reason, can use their
existing smartphones or computers to always stay connected.
Through a convenient app and Sat-Fi satellite hot spot,
subscribers will be able to easily send and receive calls, email
and SMS text messages anywhere within Globalstar's footprint from
their own device. Like all Globalstar mobile satellite solutions,
Sat-Fi is built and priced to appeal to a broad addressable market,
including enterprise and government customers as well as the mass
consumer market. Whether on land or at sea, Sat-Fi subscribers will
be able to maintain constant, reliable connectivity when traveling
in and out of cellular coverage with seamless handoff capabilities,
while permitting numerous individuals to communicate through a
single Sat-Fi hot spot using their existing devices and phone
numbers.
Who needs Globalstar Sat-Fi?
Now, roughly two billion people in the world
either live, work or play beyond the range of terrestrial networks.
Additionally there are those people who temporarily find themselves
without cellular coverage for whatever reason, including, but not
limited to:
- Emergency responders and those impacted by natural or man-made
disasters where cell coverage often becomes unavailable, which was
experienced during Hurricanes Katrina and Sandy, recent tornado
outbreaks and the Northeast blackout of 2003
- Recreational or commercial boat owners and enthusiasts, and
their passengers, who need to be able to make calls, send emails
and communicate via SMS text messages over satellite while
maintaining the capabilities and flexibility of their existing
smartphones and computers
- Oil and Gas and other natural resources industries who rely on
constant, cost-effective connectivity for work productivity and
peace of mind
- Temporary industrial worksites that rely on simple, constant
voice and data connectivity within a portable office
environment
- Avid outdoor recreationalists, such as hunters, hikers and
campers who need assurance when traveling on or off the grid
"It has been our vision to seamlessly integrate satellite and
terrestrial coverage, and through many years of research and
development, we are thrilled to announce this proprietary new
technology and service offering in order to expand the use and
appeal of our mobile satellite services to a much larger
addressable market," said Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO of
Globalstar. "Now that we have completed the deployment of our new
constellation, Sat-Fi will have global appeal to those who need
reliable connectivity beyond the cellular grid. As we continue to
seamlessly integrate our satellite services into the everyday lives
of our increasingly expanding subscriber base, this scalable
technology represents a giant leap forward in achieving this
fundamental goal. We have waited a long time to be in the position
to announce this breakthrough product and I'd like to thank the
entire development team for their unending perseverance."
Globalstar is expected to receive final FCC certification of
Sat-Fi during the second quarter of 2014, with shipments starting
shortly thereafter. The Company will then market and sell the
product offering through its enterprise, government and consumer
distribution network with planned extensions into OEM channels.
About Globalstar, Inc.
Globalstar is a leading provider of mobile satellite voice and
data services. Globalstar offers these services to commercial
and recreational users in more than 120 countries around the world.
The Company's products include mobile and fixed satellite
telephones, Simplex and Duplex satellite data modems and flexible
service packages. Many land based and maritime industries benefit
from Globalstar with increased productivity from remote areas
beyond cellular and landline service. Globalstar customer segments
include oil and gas, government, mining, forestry, commercial
fishing, utilities, military, transportation, heavy construction,
emergency preparedness and business continuity as well as
individual recreational users. Globalstar data solutions are ideal
for various asset and personal tracking, data monitoring and SCADA
applications.
For more information regarding Globalstar, please visit the
Company's website at www.Globalstar.com.
CONTACT: Globalstar Media Contact:
Brad Grantham
Public Relations Account Supervisor
Phone: (225) 215-4483
Email: granthamb@peteramayer.com
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