According to Dr. Oded Levanoni, the demand for satellite phones in Israel began in October when the fighting started. As a Lebanese expert in Biology and Ecology, who has previous experience managing the situation room of the Ministry of Education, he saw the need for satellite communications early on. Dr. Levanoni started importing satellite phones to Israel and has since become a leading marketer in the country for this technology.
The primary concern driving interest in satellite phones is the possibility of cellular communication networks collapsing due to a high volume of calls, rather than a direct threat such as a missile attack. During major disasters like earthquakes or tsunamis, communication networks can become overwhelmed, leaving entire regions disconnected for extended periods of time. For business owners, this lack of communication can be extremely problematic.
So, what exactly is a satellite phone, how does it work, and what are the costs involved? Dr. Levanoni breaks it down by explaining the difference between a cell phone and a satellite phone, the types of satellites used for satellite communication, the companies that operate the satellite networks, and the various satellite communication products available in the market. He also discusses the costs of purchasing a satellite phone and the monthly subscription fees required to use the service.
One of the key disadvantages of satellite phones is that they require a clear line of sight to
