Feature Iridium Globalstar Thuraya Coverage Global Global except parts of Africa, SE Asia and Central America Europe, North Africa, Middle East and Indian Sub Continent. Voice service Yes Yes Yes Quality of Voice Good Good Since the service uses geosynchronous orbit, there will be considerable transit delay in voice response. Data service Yes Yes Yes Max data rate 2.4k (up to 10kbps compressed) 9.6k 9.6k Satellite Used LEO (Low Earth Orbit) LEO (Low Earth Orbit) Geosynchronous orbit. Mobile Internet Access Supports Internet access using a personal computer at rates 2.4 Kbps or upto 10Kbps compressed. Supports mobile Internet access using personal computer or pda. Mobile data communication is possible using certain handsets including QUALCOMM GSP-1600, Telit SAT-550, Telit SAT-600 Supports WAP in its mobile satellite phone. Note: Please visit the manufacturers websites for accurate and current information.

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