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Iridium

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What is Iridium?

Iridium is a satellite communications company that operates a constellation of satellites providing voice and data services to mobile devices around the world. It is commonly used in areas where terrestrial cellular networks are unavailable, such as remote locations, at sea, and in the air. Iridium's cross-linked satellite architecture allows global coverage, making it valuable for critical communications, asset tracking, and personal safety applications.

What other technologies are related to Iridium?

Iridium Competitor Technologies

Inmarsat is a competitor because it offers satellite communication services, directly competing with Iridium's satellite phone and data services.
mentioned alongside Iridium in 55% (177) of relevant job posts
Starlink is a competitor as it also provides satellite-based internet and communication services, offering an alternative to Iridium, though with different orbital characteristics and service models.
mentioned alongside Iridium in 9% (58) of relevant job posts
VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) is a competitor as it provides satellite communication for internet, voice, and data, which overlaps with Iridium's offerings, though typically for fixed locations.
mentioned alongside Iridium in 3% (73) of relevant job posts

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