Iridium GO! WiFi Smartphone Adapter (AHKT1301)
In stock
- BRAND:
- IRIDIUM
- MODEL:
- GO!
- PART #:
- AHKT1301
- Warranty:
- 12 MONTHS
- AVAILABILITY:
- USUALLY SHIPS IN 2-3 BUSINESS DAYS
- SKU:
- Iridium-GO-WiFi-Adapter
Iridium GO! WiFi Smartphone Adapter for Android and iOS
Iridium GO! creates the first ever reliable global connection for voice and data communications on your smartphone or up to 5 mobile devices. No worries. No roaming charges. Just connected and in touch wherever you are, whenever you need, with the devices you rely on everyday.
Take personal communications further
Iridium GO! is unlike anything the world has seen before. Powered by the world's furthest reaching network, this compact, rugged and portable unit dramatically extends the capabilities of any smartphone, laptop or tablet by creating a satellite-backed Wi-Fi hotspot anywhere on the planet.
Transform your smartphone
Iridium GO! instantly transforms your trusted device into a global communications powerhouse. For corporate climbers and weekend warriors, individuals, enterprises or governments, for anyone who is on the move, out of range or off the grid by land or at sea Iridium GO! enables reliable voice and data capabilities for your smartphone or up to 5 mobile devices.
A personal communications revolution
Simple
Iridium GO! enables satellite connectivity for your mobile devices where terrestrial networks cannot. Simply flip up the integrated antenna and the battery-powered unit connects quickly and automatically to the Iridium LEO satellite constellation to create an anywhere Wi-Fi hotspot within approximately a 30.5 meter (100 foot) radius. You can easily connect and operate multiple devices within this area using the Iridium GO! application.
Versatile
Iridium GO! is fully portable on its own, or can mount with an external antenna on vehicles and boats for mobile applications.
Mobile
You can take Iridium GO! anywhere. It's small enough to fit in your pocket and, like other Iridium devices, tough enough to withstand rain, sand, dust and rough use. It can be carried, easily stowed in your backpack, or mounted in vehicles, aircraft and boats for mobile applications.
Innovative
Combining the best that both satellite and cellular phones offer, Iridium GO! is the first in a whole new category of personal satellite connectivity devices. It is also a powerful development platform optimized for Iridium partners to build applications, extending communication capabilities even further in remote locations.
Affordable
Iridium GO! is an affordable solution for global connectivity, delivering remarkable value compared to other options. It leverages and extends your existing trusted devices, is compatible with Apple and Android operating systems, and eliminates roaming charges. It allows connections to be shared among multiple users and is supported by affordable plans that keep voice and data costs reasonable.
Your mobile devices will now work anywhere on the planet
Iridium GO! creates the first ever reliable global connection for voice and data communications on your smartphone and up to 5 mobile devices. No worries. No roaming charges. Just connected and in touch, wherever you are, whenever you need.
Powered by the world's furthest reaching network, the compact, rugged and portable Iridium GO! dramatically extends the capabilities of your personal devices by creating a reliable Wi-Fi connection ? anywhere on the planet. Just flip up the antenna and go!
Critical connectivity for all
No matter where you go, the ability to conduct business, connect with friends and family, access information, respond rapidly to any situation or simply stay in touch is always critical.
Iridium GO! simplifies global communications for:
- Pilots, boaters and truckers
- Adventurers and explorers
- Remote residents and vacationers
- Emergency and first responders
- Global and business travelers
- Global enterprise
- Executives and diplomats
- Foreign missions
- Government and NGOs
- Military operations
Tech Specs
Durability Specifications:
Military-grade ruggedness (MIL-STD 810F)
Easy to Use
Stable, lay-flat design
Flip up antenna
Built-in menu/status display
Flexible
Wi-Fi device ready
App API for developers
Robust accessory platform
Please Note
The Iridium GO! is connects to the interent at 2.4kbps, which is a quarter of 9.6kbps dial up modems. As such, its internet capabilities are limited to Iridium email and several other apps that are specifically designed for to work with the Iridium GO!. For data devices, please click here.
Specifications
| MODEL | GO! |
|---|---|
| PART # | AHKT1301 |
| PRODUCT TYPE | SATELLITE PHONE |
| USAGE AREA | 100% GLOBAL |
| BRAND | IRIDIUM |
| NETWORK | IRIDIUM |
| SERVICE | IRIDIUM VOICE, IRIDIUM GO! |
| USE TYPE | PORTABLE |
| FREQUENCY | L BAND (1-2 GHz) |
| OPERATING TEMPERATURE | -10°C to 55°C (14°F - 131°F) |
| STORAGE TEMPERATURE | -20°C to 60°C |
| DATA SPEED | UP TO 2.4 kbps (SEND / RECEIVE) |
| INGRESS PROTECTION | IP 65 |
| FEATURES | PHONE, TEXT MESSAGING, GPS, SOS |
| CERTIFICATIONS | CE COMPLIANCE, FCC, INDUSTRY CANADA, ITU, RoHS |
| CONSTELLATION | 66 SATELLITES |
| TALK TIME | UP TO 5.5 HOURS |
| STANDBY TIME | UP TO 15.5 HOURS |
| LENGTH | 114 mm (4.5") |
| WIDTH | 83 mm (3.25") |
| DEPTH | 32 mm (1.25") |
| WEIGHT | 304 grams (10.72 oz) |
What's included
What’s in the Box?
- Iridium GO! Device
- Battery
- Universal AC Travel Charger
- USB Charging/Data Cable
- International Adapters (4x)
- AC Adapter (Car Charger)
- Protective Cover
- User Manual
- Legal Information Booklet
- GEOS Emergency Services Brochure
Iridium GO! Global Coverage Map
Iridium delivers essential communications services to and from remote areas where no other form of communication is available. Powered by a uniquely sophisticated global constellation of 66 cross-linked Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, the Iridium® network provides high-quality voice and data connections over the planet’s entire surface, including across airways, oceans, and polar regions. Together with its ecosystem of partner companies, Iridium delivers an innovative and rich portfolio of reliable solutions for markets that require truly global communications.
At only 780 kilometers from the Earth, the proximity of Iridium’s LEO network means pole-to-pole coverage, a shorter transmission path, stronger signals, lower latency, and shorter registration time than with GEO satellites. In space, each Iridium satellite is linked to up to four others creating a dynamic network that routes traffic among satellites to ensure global coverage, even where traditional local systems are unavailable.
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A satellite hotspot?
Yeah! Unlike a traditional portable hotspot that connects to a cellular network, the Go is designed to upload and download data via Iridium’s world-spanning satellite network. Ideally, if you’re outside and have an unobstructed view of the horizon, the Go should be able to connect to Iridium’s network.
Leveraging the data that the Go’s network connection provides is made possible through the use of two free apps (available in the iTunes Store or via Google Play) that provide satellite voice/SMS capabilities and data optimized Twitter, Facebook and email clients. (I’m at a loss for why Iridium wouldn’t bake all of the Go’s functionality into a single app, but here we are.) Browsing is made possible via Opera Mini—but don’t expect to visit your favorite sites: in an effort to save bandwidth, Iridium limits browsing mobile site lookups only. But it’s hard to begrudge them that, since the data is being beamed down from space.
The Iridium Go app (left) allows you to make calls, send texts, and tweet. To send email and access web content, you need to use the separate Iridium Mail & Web app (right).
In addition to letting users stay in touch with the outside world, the Go can also be set to emit a GPS distress beacon that’ll bring first responders to your location almost anywhere in the world.
Because Iridium assumes that the Go will be used in the sorts of environments where you might need the ability to send out an SOS, they designed the Go to be tough: it comes with an IP Code of 65. That means it’s completely dustproof and it’s water resistant enough to survive being dinged by a strong stream of liquid.
How it works
After using it for a few hours, I discovered that a device which I thought would be very James Bond was in fact, Johnny English. Almost nothing with the Go works quite the way you’d want it to.
On the plus side, text messaging via the Iridium Go app works pretty well: a message I sent was received and responded to in under 40 seconds. Not too shabby, considering the data was bounced back and forth from space. That said, Iridium caps message lengths at 1,000 characters.
Now, let’s talk about what made me want to beat this thing to death with a chair.
The Iridium Go app promises to deliver GPS-specific weather reports. But after five attempts to get the service to work for me, I surrendered.
I found the Go’s handling of social media just as frustrating. Facebook posts can be made through a rudimentary portal in the Iridium Go app, but they’re capped at 255 characters. Twitter posts are 140 characters in length, but I found that the Iridium Go app’s interface sent my messages into the ether more often than not. Posting them à la 2008 via SMS was a lot more dependable. And while you can send and receive email through the Go, it’s only by using an Iridium-specific email address. Should you ever cancel your service with the company, you’ll lose access to your account.
Oh, and speaking of service, using an Iridium Go ain’t cheap. 400 pre-paid data airtime minutes, which expire after 180 days will set you back close to $500. For individuals looking for a reliable communications lifeline to the outside world, that might be OK, were the Iridium Go actually reliable.
Bottom line
While the idea of being able to use your smartphone or tablet off the grid might be appealing, the Iridium Go, in practice, isn’t as convenient or as reliable as using a dedicated satellite handset.
Easy to pair with your iphone and to use.
Almost as good as a cell phone call under clear view sky.
The times I've used it were just for short calls.
This could be used to pay bills over phone when your away from phone coverage.
If your traveling across us and want phone coverage everywhere also. If you go over seas like a cruise ship this thing should be a good option.
Hunters,hikers or anyone who leaves the coverage area will enjoy this device. Pairs fine most of time with phone.just put device in airplane mode before you open the go app.activate wifi and connect to the go.
1. Unit works as designed.
2. GEOS was easy to setup.
3. Call quality is acceptable.
4. Data speeds are 2400bps
I grew up with a 2400bps modem, so my expectations were spot on as far as the speed is concerned, I've found two fairly software bugs.
1. The firewall which you setup in the web UI of this device applies to starting the internet connection from the display on the device and not the app. The firewall rules are broken if you use a third party app to connect, then try to connect via the display, you have to power cycle the device to get the firewall rules for the internet call via the display to work and allow connectivity.
2. If you change the guest password, and reinstall web&mail it will fail with ERROR, and no indication of a problem, Change the guest password back to 'guest', Then open mail&web. Then you should have no issues and can change the guest password now.
This device is also Iridium NEXT ready, I suspect a firmware update will come out ahead of the NEXT constellation activation that will increase the L-Band speeds to 64-128kps, So about 50 times faster than it is now.