Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionCan I use this device to charge my phone in an emergency?

• A:Answer Yes, the inReach Messenger offers safety charging to provide enough power to send a text message from your phone.

Q: QuestionDoes this device have a built-in electronic compass?

• A:Answer Yes, the inReach Messenger has an electronic compass.

Q: QuestionCan I send group messages with this device?

• A:Answer Yes, you can send group messages using the Garmin Messenger app.

Q: QuestionDoes this device require a satellite subscription to use?

• A:Answer Yes, an active satellite subscription is required to use the inReach Messenger for communication.

Q: QuestionHow long does the battery last on this device?

• A:Answer The inReach Messenger has a battery life of up to 28 days in 10-minute tracking mode.

Q: QuestionCan this be used in South America? I am wondering if I can take it on my trip

Asked 2 years ago by INTERNATIONALUSE.

• A:Answer Im not sure why this wouldn't work anywhere in the this world of ours. Its all based on satellite-based routes that encompass the earth . Of course some areas are better covered and covered more often than some ! Granted this is my assumption ive had no problem with gps functions above 60th parallel so i would assume the same south. Contact garmin for more detailed satellite-based routes that they would track your destinations by.

  Answered 2 years ago by KtoomVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this require a monthly fee? And if so, how much is the basic monthly subscription fee?

Asked 1 year ago by DontBuyUsedCellPhones.

• A:Answer Yes, the inReach Messenger does require a subscription, Here is a link for the available plans, https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/837461. Thank you for choosing Garmin. For further assistance please contact us at Product.Support@garmin.com or visit our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. Garmin

  Answered 1 year ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionCan this device send/receive messages without a cell phone?

Asked 2 years ago by KurtK.

• A:Answer Yes, the inReach Messenger will use Iridium Satellites. For more information please view our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. You can also contact Product Support or email us at product.support@garmin.com. Thanks Garmin

  Answered 2 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this unit show when the message is sent?

Asked 2 years ago by Gary.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 2 years ago by PaulVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes it have a step counter?

Asked 2 years ago by Starr.

• A:Answer The inReach Messenger does not have a step counter. For more information please view our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. You can also contact Product Support or email us at product.support@garmin.com. Thanks Garmin

  Answered 2 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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