Thuraya SG-2520
We rate the SG-2520
**** 4/5
Thuraya SG-2520 is a breakthrough in satellite communication technology.
As the world's smartest and lightest dual-mode satellite mobile phone (170g), Thuraya SG-2520 offers dynamic performance, inimitable style and innovative features surpassing all other available satellite-based products.
Smart Phone
Using cutting edge satellite technology, Thuraya SG-2520 is an
advanced "smart phone" with 3-in-1 integrated technologies
(satellite, GSM Tri-band and GPS) offering users an unparalleled
combination of quality and performance.
GSM Tri-band
The satellite service option in Thuraya SG-2520 allows you to roam
across nearly one third of the globe, from border to border; in
urban areas and remote locations providing the advantages of easy
mobility and seamless service beyond land-based telecommunication
systems. This means that if you are in Thuraya's coverage area you
can make and receive calls anywhere in the world. And when outside
the coverage area, you can also use your phone within a GSM
compatible network.
Thuraya SG-2520 is the only satellite tri-band phone that provides connectivity on 900/1800/1900 MHz GSM networks offering greater flexibility in high traffic GSM environments with increased phone usability and voice quality in Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe and North America.GSM Tri-band
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Pre Owned $1357+GST* BUY NOW (Button)
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*When available all pre owned phones are less than 1 year old and come with 3 months warranty. They are pre owned and come with existing contracts.
** PLease ask our customer service adivsors if you are eligible for a government grant.
Features
- System
Satellite, GSM Tri-Band (900/1800/1900) - Enhanced GPS Feature
- Memory
Internal - Up to 128 MB
External - SD memory card - Dimensions
138.5 x 52 x 18.8 mm (h x w x d) - Weight
170g - Display
262,000 colours - Resolution
176 x 220 pixels (1.9 inch) - Camera
Integrated 1.3 megapixel - Connectivity
Bluetooth (1.1), USB (1.1), Infrared Port (1.1) - GmPRS capabilities
Satellite mode
Downstream: up to 60 Kbps*
Upstream: up to 15 Kbps*
GSM mode:
Downstream: up to 85.6 Kbps*
Upstream: up to 42.8 Kbps* - Fax and Data at 9.6Kbps
(circuit switched) - Operating System
WinCE 4.2 - Micro browser
HTML, WAP 1.0, WAP 2.0 - Languages
Supports 12 languages - Battery
Satellite Mode
Talk Time up to 2.4 hrs**
Standby time up to 40+ hrs**
GSM Mode
Talk time up to 4.0 hrs**
Standby time up to 75 hrs**
* Depends on the operator network configuration and radio access
technology used.
** Depends on phone usage.
Other Features
Display
A high resolution, 262,000-colour user friendly display [1.9 inch]
enables easy viewing of the phone's multimedia applications.
Languages
Thuraya SG-2520 supports 12 languages including Arabic, English,
Farsi, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Russian,
Spanish, Turkish and Urdu.
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GPS Services
Thuraya SG-2520 offers superior GPS navigation capabilities that
allow users to find locations and reach destinations quickly and
safely.
Mobile Satellite Internet
Thuraya SG-2520 is GmPRS enabled. The embedded micro browser
facilitates convenient Internet access. You can download/upload
information at speeds of up to 60/15 kbps using Thuraya's satellite
network anywhere in Thuraya's coverage area.
Thuraya SG-2520 supports a variety of applications based on Java (J2ME).
