Todas smartphone provide a level of social connection far beyond what we imagined just a few years ago. But when you go beyond the reach of the grid your smartphone needs the help of SPOT Connect to keep you in touch with friends, family and emergency personnel. Simply pair your smartphone with SPOT Connect, and get connceted to a global satellite network that lets you send messages and GPS coordinates from virtually anywhere on the planet. Update Twitter and Faceook. Send text messages or a short email. Request non-emergancy help from contact or professional service providers, and in the case of a critical emergency, send an SOS message requesting emergancy assistance. -Send messages from virtually anywhere via satellite. -Type and send custom messages (41 character) or Predefined. - Tracl progress on Google Maps or SOPT Adventures page. -Integrates with Facebook, Twitter, and SPOTadventures.com -Smartphone app for operation and detailed status -On device SOS button for standalone emergency operation - Size 3" by 2.6" by 1.2 " (7.6 cm by 6.6 cm by 3.2 cm) -Weight: 4.9 oz (w/ batterires) -Batteries (Included): 2 AA Energizer Ultimate Lithium (L91) -Works with leading Smart Phone and Handheld platforms -Iphones, Ipod touch, Ipad -Android, 2.0 or later -Blackberry and windows phone 7 -Compatibility in development