Inmarsat partners with Sasken to develop the IsatPhone 2

BANGALORE, INDIA: Sasken Communication Technologies Ltd., today announced that it has successfully delivered full phone development of Inmarsat's IsatPhone 2 satellite mobile handset.

Sasken was deeply involved with all aspects of development; including software, hardware, mechanical design, antenna design, system integration, testing, as well as manufacturing support. This engagement follows a successful partnership the two companies had earlier, for the development of IsatPhone Pro in 2010.

The IsatPhone 2 provides improved features and functionalities such as faster network registration, higher voice quality, voice mail, extended battery life, emergency assistance, built-in E-compass, tracking, bluetooth connectivity; all packaged in an ergonomic and ruggedized handheld specifically designed and developed by Sasken.

Sasken developed the IsatPhone 2 from multiple locations around the globe working in tandem. Sasken's team in Finland took ownership of hardware design, while software was developed and integrated in India; whereas satellite specific testing was carried out in Indonesia, parts of Europe and North America as well as other key markets.

Sasken will continue to augment capabilities to deliver innovative products and solutions for customers across the technology and communications ecosystem.