Bullitt Group, known for building rugged phones, wants to build devices that allow users to communicate direct-to-satellite anywhere. It can be done with the new Motorola Defy 2 and the Cat S75 we reviewed in the other post. Defy Satellite Link allows any Android or iOS device to communicate in the wilderness.
The device has been tested to survive drops onto steel sheets from up to 1.8m/6ft, to withstand extreme temperatures (-30°C/-22°F to 75°C/167°F), and to withstand humidity, including salt mist. An antimicrobial coating with silver ions protects the phone while on the go. The phone can be cleaned with soap and disinfectant once you get home.
Specs:
Motorola Defy 2 will sport 6.6 inches FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with Gorilla Glass Victus on top for more protection it has been recessed into the frame by 0.5mm. The device is powered by the outdated Dimensity 930 SoC coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage space. It also gets a MicroSD card slot.
Motorola Defy 2 features a 50MP main sensor coupled with an 8MP ultra-wide & 2MP macro sensor and LED flash. On the front, the Motorola Defy 2 features an 8MP selfie shooter. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery with 15W fast Wired & Wireless charging support. The Motorola Defy 2 runs on outdated Android 12 with Moto UX on top.
The Motorola Defy 2 will set you back with a price tag of $599 (Rs.49,600/-) in the US.
Satellite Communication:
The ability to send messages from anywhere with a clear view of the sky (they will receive it as SMS) will soon be available. Each message consists of 140 bytes, and all writing systems are supported. The message can also include your location. You can send messages without any special equipment or software, but if people want to respond, they must download a free Android/iOS app.
Basic plans start at $5/€5 a month, allowing you to send 30 messages. The premium plan allows you to send up to 400 messages per month for $30/€30. In addition, you will receive free SOS assistance for a period of 12 months. It will cover Europe and North America in Q1. By the middle of the year, it will expand to the ANZ region, Africa, and Latin America. By the end of the year, other regions will be included.
Motorola Defy Satellite Link:
If you don’t want to use satellite messaging all the time, can you keep using your current phone? Motorola Defy Satellite Link is designed for this purpose. You can clip it on your backpack and control it over Bluetooth with your phone. Besides being dust and water-resistant, the unit has also been tested to MIL-STD-810H standards
The Link measures 70 x 50 x 11mm and weighs 70g. Power is provided by a 600mAh battery, which should last several days. You can still use the SOS button if your phone is lost. One of the LEDs indicates automatic location check-in.
Motorola Defy Satellite Link will be available internationally in April 2023. This device costs $100 (Rs.8300/-) alone or $150 (Rs.12,500/-) with the Essentials Messaging Plan (up to 30 two-way messages a month).
