SPOT SPOT Gen4 Satellite GPS Messenger

Why We Like The SPOT Gen4 Satellite GPS Messenger

Through the years, devices like the SPOT Gen4 Satellite GPS Messenger have become essential when venturing into remote areas. What we love about this particular offering from SPOT is its compact design, affordability, and host of smart, useful features—all of which make it possible to stay in contact whether you’re criss-crossing a rugged mountain range or just road tripping in a remote part of the country. The Gen4 boasts an S.O.S feature that can be used to alert rescue teams in the event of an emergency, but it also can be used to transmit tracking info, pre-programmed check-in messages, custom messages, and a help feature, so you can let up to ten contacts know where you are and if you need help in the event of a non-life-threatening situation.

Details

• GPS messenger for staying in contact in remote areas
• S.O.S feature alerts rescue teams to your location in an emergency
• Tracking mode sends updates as you move and stops when you do
• Pre-programmed messages can be emailed or texted to up to 10 contacts
• Custom messages can be pre-programmed and sent to contacts
• Help/S.O.V function alerts contacts in case of a non-life-threatening emergency
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Tech Specs

Housing Material

plastic

Operating System

Globalstar satellite network, FocusPoint International

Battery Type

4 AAA Energizer Ultimate Lithium 8x, 4 AAA Energizer NiMH rechargeable batteries

Battery Life

send 1250 check in and custom messages per set

Dimensions

3.48 x 2.66 x .93in

Claimed Weight

5oz (with batteries)

Submersible

up to 1m for 30 minutes

Activity

biking, skiing, hiking, backpacking, canyoneering, running