Bivy App have created a new affordable satellite
communication system aptly named the Bivystick, designed to be easy-to-use and
transform yourself own into a satellite communication device. The system
requires no contracts no activation fee and is available to back by a
Kickstarter with early bird pledges available from US$ 259 or roughly £ 195.
If all goes well shipping throughout the United
States is expected to take place during September 2018.
“Bivystick allows you to send and receive text messages, share your location,
track your path, send an SOS message in case of emergency, and access detailed
weather forecasts when you are out of phone service. All of this seamlessly
integrated with Bivy app and it’s database of more than 45,000 trails, climbing
routes and waterways. Plus, recharge your phone 2- 3 times with the 6000 mAh
backup battery so you can get that message out when needed. “