Popular Personal Tracking Devices
The Iridium GO offers 100% global coverage for smartphones to make and receive calls, send and receive instant messages, send and receive email, send files, track a GPS location, and many more features.
Introducing the RockSTAR
Ground Control’s RockSTAR can be used for lots of things. The device provides truly global tracking and communications for it’s users.
Partners Test Iridium GO!
Iridium GO! was first announced at the annual Iridium Partner Conference, and global channel partners had the opportunity to test the device by calling, texting, emailing and more. Here’s what they had to say.
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Iridium SBD Coverage Map
The Iridium satellite constellation is in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) which presents several benefits for tracking applications. The main benefit is latency; as these satellites are much closer to Earth than satellites in geostationary orbit, the ping time is typically less than one second.
The Iridium satellite network is also ideal for mobile applications, as antennas are omni-directional, and do not need to be pointed; their data will be accepted by the passing satellite and then ‘handed off’ to the next satellite, delivering 100% seamless coverage.
Iridium’s global, low-latency SBD service provides the ideal solution for tracking and two-way communication with field workers. And, since it is connected to the only truly global mobile satellite communications network, it works anywhere on the planet, with no expensive roaming charges or multiple service agreements. From the North Pole to the South Pole, Iridium SBD delivers everywhere.
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Short Burst Data & Iridium GO! Service Plans and Pricing
For more information about our SBD Service Plans, please visit our dedicated Iridium SBD Pricing page. Likewise, head to our Iridium GO! Service Plans page, for full details of our Iridium GO! airtime pricing, including pre-paid services.
Satellite airtime isn’t cheap, and we pride ourselves on delivering great value for our customers. So, rather than having a small number of plans that will either see you rack up expensive overage fees, or pay for data you don’t use, we tailor our plans to every customer. These are example plans only; let us know what your data requirements are and we’ll make a plan that suits you.
Also, please note that our annual plans are available for any SBD device; our Pay-As-You-Go plans are exclusive to Ground Control manufactured devices.
Our pay-as-you-go plans offer great flexibility for development purposes, and are available for the RockBLOCK 9602 and RockBLOCK 9603 plug-and-play satellite transceivers, the RockSTAR personal tracking device, RockFLEET vehicle tracking device, and the RockAIR aircraft tracking device.
Line rental allows the SBD device to exchange information with the Iridium satellite network. Credits are used each time you transmit.
Line rental allows the SBD device to exchange information with the Iridium satellite network. Credits are used each time you transmit. One credit is used per 50 bytes (or part thereof) of message sent or received. One credit is also used if you check your mailbox and there are no messages waiting (a mailbox check).
Be sure to check out our SBD Pricing page for full details of our Pay-As-You-Go service plans.
Iridium GO! data minutes are simply a dial-up connection to the internet. When browsing or using email, your GO! terminal will automatically connect to the Internet by dialling a phone number. Since it is a phone call to the internet, it’s billed on a per-minute basis.
Also, since the GO! can only make one call at a time, you can’t be on the internet and make a phone call at the same time. For new subscribers, we highly recommend using the unlimited data plan when initially starting GO! service since you can be connected any length of time. Once acclimated to the GO!, downgrade to a lower plan if you find that you are not using the service much.
Benefits of Iridium Short Burst Data Service
Flexible Connectivity Solutions
Truly Global Coverage + Low Latency
Cloudloop Platform and Applications
Customized Airtime Service Plans
Lone Worker Case Studies & Research
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September 7, 2023Snowmobile clubs: upgrading tracking and messaging solutions
Snowmobiling is a cherished pastime for many Canadians, made possible by dedicated volunteers working tirelessly to groom the trails. Here’s how these volunteers are tracked and fairly compensated for their invaluable efforts.
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September 9, 2021RockSTAR Used in Iridium Certus Demo
British search and rescue charity SARAID hosted an immersive, natural disaster search and rescue live demonstration day in association with Wireless Innovation and Iridium.
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July 19, 2021Promoting Marine Security with the RockSTAR
We provide RockSTAR units to a large number of marine security and anti-piracy firms worldwide. They provide accurate tracking, allowing the position of your teams/vessels to be monitored while in transit. They also give a secure and private means of communication for onboard team leaders.
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January 25, 2022Lone worker safety: a snapshot of operations in North America
Survey reveals 19% of lone workers have struggled to get help after an accident. Learn how lone workers can remain safe and connected when out of cellular range.
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July 21, 2021Horticultural – Faraway Fieldwork
Various horticultural organisations have approached us over the last few years to provide remote worker tracking for their field workers.
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Journalism – Remote Worker Security
Journalists travel to dangerous areas, with both known and unknown dangers. You can’t rely on communication facilities on the ground such as mobile phone (GSM) networks as these can be easily turned off by authorities with little or no notice.
Photos of Personnel Tracking Devices in action
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