In case phones are down and stuff during a disaster, what would be the best way to communicate? Ham radio? Satellite phone? I need options guys.

  • Retro_unlimited@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    The satellite one I have is a one time fee, you push a button then search and rescue come to your GPS coordinates. It’s mainly if I get stranded and it’s life and death situation.

    Sadly now a days almost everything is internet based, and can be shut off remotely by governments or hackers. Wish there were more options for communication.

    As for long distance, I think you would need an expensive ham radio and a huge antenna.

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      2 months ago

      I thought it was a subscription. I think the garmin ones you need to pay a fee to be able to use. Which I find kinda dumb

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        2 months ago

        The garmin ones allow you to use a phone and send txt using the satellites and they have agents that help with things. That’s why they have a monthly fee. Mine only calls emergency rescue.