Today Iridium has launched the new 9575 Handset.
The Iridium 9575 handset has IP65 rating.
The Iridium Extreme is the smallest satellite phone Iridium has ever produced but it has also been engineered with more features than ever before including GPS-enabled location-based services, Online tracking, Customized solutions enabled for diverse markets, Accessories to create instant Wi-Fi hotspots and Certified S.E.N.D. by Search and Rescue Regulating Body (RTCM).
What’s new in the Iridium Extreme
- First Satellite Phone with fully integrated GPS, Online Tracking and Emergency SOS with Notification.
- IP65 rating, Dust proof, Jet water resistant
- Toughest military grade designed satellite phone ever made
- 10% thinner and 7% lighter than 9555
- Create a Wi-Fi hotspot when connecting an Iridium AxcessPoint
Regards
Stephen
It is absolutely true, I am a dealer for Iridium and just got done taking a look at it. It is lighter and somewhat thinner, but slightly wider. It looks more rugged and somewhat like a handheld VHF, and should retail for about 30% more than the 9555 (which will not be phased out but simply compliment it).