SPOT X

SPOT X

  • Send and receive messagesSPOT X
  • IPX7 – Waterproof
  • IP67 – Dustproof
  • Will not sync with your smartphone
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Programmable waypoints
  • Comes with a unique U.S. mobil phone number
  • Operates on the Globalstar Satellite Network
  • Larger and heavier
  • Size = 6.5″ x 2.9″ x 0.9″
  • Weight = 6.7 oz.
  • Pro’s
    • 2-way messaging
    • On-device keyboard for easier messaging
  • Con’s
    • Bulky
    • No smartphone interface

SPOT X provides 2-way satellite messaging so you can stay connected to family and friends whenever you’re outside of cellular range, including direct communication with Search & Rescue services in case of a life-threatening emergency. SPOT X even provides you with your own personal mobile U.S. number so others can message you directly from their cell phone or other SMS devices at any time.

Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger
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Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger
  • Message- exchange messages with any cell phone number or email address from virtually anywhere in the world
  • S. O. S. - send an S. O. S. To the 24/7 search & rescue center, message back and forth about the nature of your emergency, and receive confirmation when help is on the way
  • Tracking- Select from 21/2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minute tracking intervals, and let family, friends and other Adventurers follow your progress with SPOT easy-to-use google maps interface
  • Check in - quickly and easily let everyone know you're ok
  • Post to social- Link your social accounts to keep your friends and family in the know wherever you go
  • Service agreement required.
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SPECIFICATIONS

HEIGHT 6.54”

WIDTH 2.9”

THICKNESS 0.94”

WEIGHT 7.0 oz

BATTERY TYPE Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery

WATERPROOF RATING IP67 – Tested for submersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes

IMPACT RESISTANCE Mil-STD-810G for shock, IP67 for dust

OPERATIONAL

TEMPERATURE -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to +60° C)

STORAGE

TEMPERATURE

-4° F to 140° F (-20° C to +60° C)

OPERATING

ALTITUDE*

-328 ft to 21,320 ft (-100 m to 6,500 m)

SPOT X

SPOT X Emergency Satellite Messenger
4.2

World Wide Coverage

 3.5/5

2-Way Messaging

 5.0/5

Navigation

 3.5/5

Tracking & Sharing

 5.0/5

Initial Cost & Subscription Plan

 4.0/5

Pros

  • 2-Way Messaging
  • Built-In Keypad
  • Unique U.S. Cell Phone Number
  • Post to Social Media
  • Built-In Compass

Cons

  • Size & Weight
  • No Smartphone Interface

12 thoughts on “SPOT X”

  1. Hello

    Very interesting your article

    I enjoy traveling and most of all I like places far from culture SPOT X is a tool I will definitely need and will take me out of the mess of not settling with my own people

    It has a lot of good specifications, is waterproof and withstands low temperatures and high temperatures and the bulk is small and lightweight even provides your personal US mobile number

    I think all your tips are timely and very useful.

    Thanks

    Reply

    • Thank you for the great comments. I like the unique U.S. mobile number also. The more time I spend in the outdoors and the more stories I hear of people needing to be rescued, the more I don’t want to leave home for one of my adventures, without a satellite device with an SOS function. The great thing is, you can use this device if you were involved in a bad accident deep in the mountains, where no one was around or caught in a blizzard.

      Rick

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