Optus Thuraya SatSleeve on iPhone; communications coverage chart. Photo: Thuraya

[Via Satellite 02-26-2015] The Optus Thuraya SatSleeve, which transforms a smartphone into a satellite phone, is now available for iPhone 6. The SatSleeve attaches to the back of a compatible device and is activated through the SatSleeve app. It enables iPhone and Samsung Galaxy users to quickly turn their handsets into a satellite phone with one click and allows customers to access voice, SMS and data in remote areas outside of mobile range.

SatSleeve is now available for the iPhone 6, 5s, 5, 4s and 4, as well as Samsung Galaxy S5, S4 and S3 handsets.