AT&T Introduces Satellite-Enabled Smart Phone

Posted by timothy on Tuesday September 21, 2010 @01:54PM from the each-bit-is-gold-plated dept.

crimeandpunishment writes "Here's one way to deal with spotty cell phone coverage: backstop the network on a satellite. AT&T is now selling its first satellite-enabled smart phone....which could be invaluable for boaters, forest rangers, and others who regularly leave regular cellular coverage areas. But the TerreStar Genus comes with a hefty price tag: $799.....and the data costs are as sky-high as the satellite....400 times more than a standard plan. It also has to have a clear view of the southern sky, which means it can only be used outdoors."

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My investment method has been vindicated! by zymurgy_cat · 2010-09-21 14:09 · Score: 2, Funny

See? I was right all along. I'm gonna make millions on this, I tell you, millions! This will totally make up for my Iridium investment....I can feel it.

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Windows Mobile 6.5... by yoblin · 2010-09-21 14:30 · Score: 2, Funny

Doesn't matter if it's satellite enabled or not, you're probably not going to have the patience to make a call!
Re:Texting by TooMuchToDo · 2010-09-21 16:37 · Score: 3, Funny

Because it was super-easy to bolt on to the status channel and it can be sold at a high margin? My god! I've invented business!