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Dec 12, 2023 7:37 PM

Garmin inReach Mini Handheld GPS Satellite Communicator $230 + Free Shipping

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Cabela's [cabelas.com] has Garmin inReach Mini Handheld GPS Satellite Communicator (Model - 010-01879-00) on sale for $229.98. Shipping is Free.
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Cabela's [cabelas.com] has Garmin inReach Mini Handheld GPS Satellite Communicator (Model - 010-01879-00) on sale for $229.98. Shipping is Free.

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Dec 12, 2023 8:59 PM
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ShallowenufDec 12, 2023 8:59 PM
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Cheapest plan seems to be $15 per month.
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Dec 12, 2023 9:41 PM
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j3oomerangDec 12, 2023 9:41 PM
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Quote from Shallowenuf View quoted comment :
Cheapest plan seems to be $15 per month.
if you're only using it for back country trips here and there, it's $15 per trip maybe?
Dec 13, 2023 1:03 AM
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MellowDesk749Dec 13, 2023 1:03 AM
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You can suspend the service when not using the device
Dec 13, 2023 1:13 AM
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MadPupDec 13, 2023 1:13 AM
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Quote from MellowDesk749 View quoted comment :
You can suspend the service when not using the device
Yup.
https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/83...0-06000-SU

BTW, this is the original Mini, not the Mini 2, right?
Last edited by MadPup December 12, 2023 at 05:16 PM.
Dec 13, 2023 1:15 AM
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MellowDesk749Dec 13, 2023 1:15 AM
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Though if you have iPhone 14 or 15 - you get satellite messaging in the area with no cell reception
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Dec 13, 2023 1:18 AM
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MellowDesk749Dec 13, 2023 1:18 AM
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By the way this seems to be the first mini with a much shorter battery life - barely lasts for a couple days if you set it to send waypoint updates every half hour or so. Not sure where they got the stock as most stores stopped selling these over a year ago. Make sure you bring a portable charger with you on a longer trip. The new one - mini 2 lasts well over a week without recharging depending on how often you set it to send the waypoints.
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Dec 13, 2023 1:42 AM
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Dec 13, 2023 1:45 AM
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MellowDesk749Dec 13, 2023 1:45 AM
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Quote from MrSchmo View quoted comment :
That is probably BS (Apple's marketing), still need to be in range of a cell tower .
Uh no, it's real - I did my research and I did see it popup once or twice in my phone - you get a special icon in the upper right corner but you have to be out of range from all cell towers for this to enable. I just can't remember if this was only for emergencies or regular texts but you can Google it
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Dec 13, 2023 1:48 AM
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TheBigCPabsterDec 13, 2023 1:48 AM
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Quote from MellowDesk749 View quoted comment :
Uh no, it's real - I did my research and I did see it popup once or twice in my phone - you get a special icon in the upper right corner but you have to be out of range from all cell towers for this to enable. I'm just can't remember if this was only for emergencies or regular texts but you can Google it
It is for emergency only. You can't do normal text over it.
Dec 13, 2023 1:52 AM
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MellowDesk749Dec 13, 2023 1:52 AM
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Quote from TheBigCPabster View quoted comment :
It is for emergency only. You can't do normal text over it.
And that's a huge peace of mind for a lot of people. Could probably save many lives if was available long ago. This feature alone makes an easy choice to switch to iPhone for the backcountry hikers
Dec 13, 2023 3:43 AM
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Butters_St0tchDec 13, 2023 3:43 AM
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Also for the iPhone 14/15 , the satellite emergency service is free for now.. likely for 1-2 more years then a cost will be added in the near future from what I remember .. Apple has not announced when or how much these fees are..
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Dec 14, 2023 2:07 PM
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Additional Product Information:
  • Small, rugged, lightweight handheld satellite communicator
  • 2-way text messaging via 100% global Iridium satellite network
  • Interactive SOS to 24/7 Search and Rescue monitoring center
  • Access downloadable maps, charts, and more through the free app
  • Optional inReach weather forecast services
  • Send and receive inReach messages through compatible Garmin devices
  • Runs up to 90 hours in 10-minute tracking mode on rechargeable battery
Dec 16, 2023 8:15 PM
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TenderPiranhaDec 16, 2023 8:15 PM
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Quote from MrSchmo View quoted comment :
That is probably BS (Apple's marketing), still need to be in range of a cell tower .
Simple search could have avoided being wrong and getting all the thumbs down:

"Instead, Apple's satellite network will use the same bands used by most other satellite communication services, specifically the L-band and S-band frequencies. Apple confirmed this in this week's announcement, noting, "When an iPhone user makes an Emergency SOS via satellite request, the message is received by one of Globalstar's 24 satellites in low-earth orbit traveling at speeds of approximately 16,000 mph. The satellite then sends the message down to custom ground stations located at key points all over the world.""

https://www.digitaltrends.com/mob...08457-2-2/
Dec 16, 2023 8:18 PM
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TenderPiranhaDec 16, 2023 8:18 PM
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Quote from MellowDesk749 View quoted comment :
And that's a huge peace of mind for a lot of people. Could probably save many lives if was available long ago. This feature alone makes an easy choice to switch to iPhone for the backcountry hikers
I'm a backcountry hiker and I would never use a device that is actively sabotaging repairability and is spying on you 24/7/365.
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Dec 17, 2023 4:05 PM
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AdelsteinDec 17, 2023 4:05 PM
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Quote from TenderPiranha View quoted comment :
I'm a backcountry hiker and I would never use a device that is actively sabotaging repairability and is spying on you 24/7/365.
Okay, don't use it then. I'm a backcountry hiker and I will use the device that may save my life if something goes wrong. And this spy thing is getting old, apple is not interested in your life, and you can turn off ad tracking. Tell me another mobile device that has better security than iphone and I will switch.

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