Call the desk
Reliable satellite voice from remote locations.
Media comms
File the story from wherever it breaks.
The challenge
Media & newsgathering
Breaking news rarely happens near a tower. Field crews need to call the desk, send copy and stay safe.
Thuraya gives reporters voice, SMS and email from the field, on a dedicated satellite handset or their own smartphone.
What we solve
Built around how you work
Send copy
Email and messaging apps over satellite with the SatSleeve Hotspot.
Crew safety
SOS buttons and location sharing on XT-PRO series phones.
Travel light
Pocketable handsets that fit any kit bag.
Recommended equipment
The right kit for media & newsgathering
New
Handsets
SKYPHONE
Android 14 smartphone with satellite and GSM calling, a 6.67" AMOLED display, IP67 rugged build and up to 19 hours of talk time.
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Hotspots
SatSleeve Hotspot
Portable Wi-Fi satellite hotspot for iPhone and Android: calls, SMS, email and apps over satellite, with an SOS button and up to 60 kbps download.
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Best seller
Handsets
XT-PRO DUAL
Dual-mode satellite and GSM phone with two SIM slots, GPS/BeiDou/GLONASS/Galileo, an SOS button and up to 11 hours of talk time.
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FAQ
Common questions
Can journalists send email over a Thuraya connection?
Yes. The SatSleeve Hotspot and SKYPHONE support email and messaging apps over satellite.
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