“Can I use this to text friends/family on their cell phones when I am in an area that does not have cell service?”
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Yes. You can send and receive custom messages to contacts through the garmin earthmate app or via the device itself. You can also send preset messages from the device that do not count against your monthly limits. When you set you subscription, you can determine what level of service you need/want.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hi Kim, Yes, you can use the device to send text and emails in areas without cell coverage, this is possible because our inReach devices utilize the Iridium satellites for this communication. You will have coverage world-wide with an inReach subscription. For more information you can view our available subscription plans. https://explore.garmin.com/en-US/inreach/#subscriptions.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes you can. Delivery isn't instantaneous, it can take a few minutes. My daughter and I both have one and the communication by text is handy when you're off the cell phone grid or the cell reception is poor. You just need a view of the sky.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, you can send text message via 100% global Iridium® satellite network (subscription required).
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