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How do satellite phones work?

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Satellite phones have become an essential tool for people who work or travel in remote areas where traditional cellular networks are unavailable. These phones use satellites orbiting the earth to provide communication services to users. In this article, we will discuss how satellite phones work and the benefits they offer.

Satellite phones work by transmitting signals to and from satellites orbiting the earth. These satellites are equipped with transponders that receive signals from the satellite phone and relay them to ground stations. The ground stations then route the signals to the appropriate destination, whether it is another satellite phone or a traditional landline or cellular phone.