Garmin introduces inReach Messenger Plus SOS satellite communicator with photo and voice messaging, expanding your ability to stay in touch beyond cell service
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has introduced the inReach Messenger Plus, a new satellite communicator with enhanced features including photo and voice messaging. This device offers global two-way texting, location sharing, and SOS capabilities beyond cell coverage. Key features include:
- Durable design with IPX7 water resistance
- Long battery life lasting weeks to months
- Group text messaging with up to 1,600 characters
- Interactive SOS with Garmin Response 24/7 assistance
- Weather reports and forecasts
- Off-grid navigation when paired with Garmin Explore app
The inReach Messenger Plus is priced at $499.99 and requires an active satellite subscription starting at $14.99 per month.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) ha presentato il inReach Messenger Plus, un nuovo comunicatore satellitare con funzionalità avanzate, tra cui messaggi fotografici e vocali. Questo dispositivo offre messaggistica bidirezionale globale, condivisione della posizione e capacità SOS oltre la copertura cellulare. Le caratteristiche principali includono:
- Design durevole con resistenza all'acqua IPX7
- Autonomia della batteria che dura settimane o mesi
- Messaggistica di gruppo fino a 1.600 caratteri
- SOS interattivo con assistenza Garmin Response 24/7
- Rapporti meteorologici e previsioni
- Navigazione off-grid quando abbinata all'app Garmin Explore
Il prezzo dell'inReach Messenger Plus è di $499.99 e richiede un abbonamento satellitare attivo a partire da $14.99 al mese.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) ha presentado el inReach Messenger Plus, un nuevo comunicador satelital con funciones mejoradas que incluyen mensajes de foto y voz. Este dispositivo ofrece mensajería bidireccional global, compartición de ubicación y capacidades SOS más allá de la cobertura celular. Las características clave incluyen:
- Diseño duradero con resistencia al agua IPX7
- Larga duración de la batería que dura semanas a meses
- Mensajería grupal con hasta 1.600 caracteres
- SOS interactivo con asistencia de Garmin Response 24/7
- Informes meteorológicos y pronósticos
- Navegación fuera de la red cuando se combina con la aplicación Garmin Explore
El inReach Messenger Plus tiene un precio de $499.99 y requiere una suscripción satelital activa a partir de $14.99 al mes.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN)는 inReach Messenger Plus를 출시했습니다. 이 새로운 위성 통신 장치는 사진 및 음성 메시징을 포함한 향상된 기능을 제공합니다. 이 장치는 셀룰러 커버리지 너머에서의 전 세계 양방향 문자 메시지, 위치 공유 및 SOS 기능을 제공합니다. 주요 기능은 다음과 같습니다:
- IPX7 방수 등급의 내구성 있는 디자인
- 몇 주에서 몇 개월까지 지속되는 긴 배터리 수명
- 최대 1,600자까지 지원하는 그룹 문자 메시징
- 24시간/7일 지원이 제공되는 인터랙티브 SOS
- 날씨 보고서 및 예보
- Garmin Explore 앱과 함께 사용할 수 있는 오프 그리드 내비게이션
inReach Messenger Plus의 가격은 $499.99이며, $14.99/월부터 시작하는 활성 위성 구독이 필요합니다.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) a lancé le inReach Messenger Plus, un nouveau communicateur satellite avec des fonctionnalités améliorées, y compris la messagerie photo et vocale. Cet appareil offre une messagerie texte bidirectionnelle mondiale, un partage de localisation et des capacités SOS en dehors de la couverture cellulaire. Les caractéristiques clés comprennent :
- Conception durable avec une résistance à l'eau IPX7
- Longue durée de vie de la batterie allant de plusieurs semaines à plusieurs mois
- Messagerie texte de groupe jusqu'à 1 600 caractères
- SOS interactif avec l'assistance 24/7 de Garmin Response
- Rapports météorologiques et prévisions
- Navigation hors réseau lorsqu'elle est associée à l'application Garmin Explore
Le prix du inReach Messenger Plus est de $499.99 et nécessite un abonnement satellite actif à partir de $14.99 par mois.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) hat den inReach Messenger Plus eingeführt, einen neuen Satellitenkommunikator mit erweiterten Funktionen, einschließlich Foto- und Sprachnachrichten. Dieses Gerät bietet weltweites zweiseitiges Texten, Standortfreigabe und SOS-Funktionen außerhalb der Mobilfunkabdeckung. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören:
- Robustes Design mit IPX7 Wasserbeständigkeit
- Lange Akkulaufzeit, die Wochen bis Monate hält
- Gruppen-SMS mit bis zu 1.600 Zeichen
- Interaktives SOS mit 24/7 Garmin Response Unterstützung
- Wetterberichte und Vorhersagen
- Navigation ohne Netz, wenn sie mit der Garmin Explore App gekoppelt ist
Der Preis für den inReach Messenger Plus beträgt $499.99, und es ist ein aktives Satellitenabonnement erforderlich, das ab $14.99 pro Monat beginnt.
- Introduction of inReach Messenger Plus with photo and voice messaging capabilities
- Enhanced global communication features beyond cell coverage
- Long battery life lasting weeks to months
- Interactive SOS feature with 24/7 emergency assistance
- Potential for increased sales and market share in satellite communication devices
- Additional cost for users: $499.99 device price plus monthly subscription fee
- Dependence on active satellite subscription for full functionality
Insights
Garmin's new inReach Messenger Plus represents a significant leap in satellite communication technology. The addition of photo and voice messaging addresses a important gap in off-grid communication, enhancing both personal and emergency interactions. This feature could be a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals working in remote areas.
The device's extended battery life of up to 600 hours in low-power mode is impressive, potentially lasting weeks to months on a single charge. This longevity, combined with the safety charging feature for depleted phones, significantly enhances its utility in prolonged off-grid scenarios.
While the
Garmin's launch of the inReach Messenger Plus aligns with growing trends in outdoor recreation and remote work. The global satellite communication devices market is projected to grow at a CAGR of
The device's enhanced features, particularly photo and voice messaging, could help Garmin capture a larger share of this expanding market. However, the relatively high price point may limit initial adoption to hardcore outdoor enthusiasts and professionals.
Garmin's emphasis on safety features, including the 24/7 emergency response center, could resonate well with risk-averse consumers and potentially open up new market segments. The company's track record of over 14,500 SOS activations adds credibility to their offering, which could translate to increased consumer trust and potential market share gains.
Durable and intuitive, this new two-way satellite communicator boasts a battery life that can last for weeks for added peace of mind
In the event of an emergency, the inReach Messenger Plus and Garmin Messenger app can send an interactive SOS text message to Garmin Response℠, a 24/7-staffed international emergency assistance coordination center. Photo and voice messages can also be shared during an SOS, giving response coordinators the ability to see and hear details of the emergency firsthand. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of users globally for communication and peace of mind, Garmin inReach satellite technology has contributed to more than 14,500 SOS activations being responded to, resulting in many lives being saved.
"The new and enhanced messaging capabilities of the inReach Messenger Plus gives users a more personal and emotional way to communicate with friends and family when cell service isn't available. Tell your family you'll be home late, send a photo of the epic view to your friends or simply exchange voice messages to hear the person on the other end of the line. Plus, with a rechargeable battery that can last for weeks, safety charging to help restore a depleted phone and the ability to trigger an SOS message, the inReach Messenger Plus is an invaluable tool for any adventure."
–Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales
Enhanced messaging and navigation
When paired with the Garmin Messenger app, users can message via Wi-Fi® or the cellular connection of their compatible smartphone when available. When out of cell service range, the Messenger app will automatically switch to satellite technology. On or off the grid, the inReach Messenger Plus offers many new and enhanced messaging and navigation capabilities to keep users connected, including:
- Photo sharing: Show your adventures by sending a selfie from the summit or a photo of your view of the sunset.
- Voice messages: When a text isn't enough, use your voice to check in to tell friends and family they're missed or reassure them that you're safe by exchanging 30-second voice messages.
- Two-way group text messaging: Send text messages with up to 1,600 characters individually on the device, or use the Garmin Messenger app to exchange text messages, send emojis, react to messages or start a group chat.
- Interactive SOS: Explore with peace of mind knowing that in case of an emergency, an interactive SOS message can be triggered. Once an SOS is activated, text, photo and voice messages can be exchanged with response coordinators, who will provide updates on the status of the response effort.
- Route sharing: Share your GPS location and route anytime with live tracking. GPS coordinates can also be embedded into a text, photo or voice message.
- Off-grid navigation: Plan the trip, see the track, save an activity and view a course highlight showing the remaining distance to your destination when paired with the Garmin Explore™ app on a compatible smartphone.
- Check the weather: Get weather reports and forecasts1 for your location or destination delivered directly to the device or to the Garmin Messenger app.
Like all inReach devices, the inReach Messenger Plus can operate as a fully functional, standalone device that does not require a cell phone. Users can check in to easily notify contacts of their progress, send location updates, start or stop tracking and send an SOS message directly from the device.
Built to last
Rugged, durable and built for adventure, the inReach Messenger Plus features a compact and lightweight design that fits in the palm of your hand. Temperature resistant and water rated to IPX7, it can withstand incidental water exposure up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes2.
The internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 600 hours of battery life with a text message or location sent every 10 minutes in low-power messaging mode, and depending on usage or tracking modes, a fully charged battery can last for weeks to months – up to a full year. Plus, with safety charging to help restore a depleted phone, simply connect the inReach Messenger Plus to a smartphone for enough charge to send custom text messages from the Messenger app.
Available now, the inReach Messenger Plus has a suggested retail price of
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1Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow applicable laws in jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
2 See Garmin.com/waterrating for more details.
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