PRICE: $999
FEATURES:
Warranty: 12 Months
Screen size: 1.5"
Screen resolution: 128x128
Talk time: Up to 150minutes
Standby time: Up to 40+hours
Wired terminals: Headphone Jack
Pros: Compact size, comfortable and easy to use, SMS capabilities
Cons: Only one Thuraya satellite available for connection to satellite network
The Thuraya SO-2510 offers the ability to connect to a satellite network in a compact and easy to use package. Unfortunately it relies on a single satellite.
THE Thuraya SO-2510 is a far cry from the traditional large and chunky satellite phones. In fact, it's claimed to be the world's smallest satellite phone. Although not rugged or waterproof, the SO-2510 should satisfy most users' needs in terms of reliability. Thuraya's reliance on a single satellite means coverage can be hit and miss, however.
The Thuraya SO-2510 has a candy bar form factor, and although it is bulky compared to most regular mobile phones, it is very compact for a satellite phone. A large, slide-out antenna helps to obtain a satellite fix, and the handset's controls are fairly straightforward and comfortable enough to use.
Unlike some other satellite phones on the Australian market, the Thuraya SO-2510 isn't rated as ruggedised or waterproof. Despite this, the largely grey plastic body certainly feels capable of taking a few knocks. Thanks to the rubber flaps covering both the headphone and charging ports, a few splashes of water if you happen to get caught in the rain hopefully won't cause too many problems.
