Thuraya SG-2520 Technical Specifications
Network: The Thuraya SG-2520 is a unique phone offering both GSM and satellite capabilities. It operates on GSM 2G bands (GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900) for terrestrial connectivity and provides satellite communication.
Launch: Announced in March 2007, the Thuraya SG-2520, though now discontinued, represented a significant advancement in mobile satellite technology.
Body and Display: With dimensions of 138.5 x 53 x 18.8 mm and weighing 170 g, the Thuraya SG-2520 features a 1.9-inch TFT display with 256K colors, providing clear visuals. It includes wallpapers and screensavers for personalization.
Platform and Memory: Powered by WinCE 4.2, the phone has an internal memory of 128MB and includes an SD card slot with a 128 MB card included.
Camera: The phone sports a 1.3 MP main camera capable of capturing video.
Sound and Connectivity: With downloadable polyphonic, MP3, WAV, and MIDI ringtones, the Thuraya SG-2520 offers customizable alert tones. It has Bluetooth 1.1 for wireless connectivity and GPS for positioning. It also features an infrared port and USB 1.1.
Features: The phone supports WAP 2.0/HTML browsing, MP3/AAC/MP4/AMR playback, eZi Text Input, organizer functions, voice memo, and a file browser.
Battery and Miscellaneous: The Thuraya SG-2520 is powered by a removable Li-Ion 1280 mAh battery, offering up to 75 hours of standby time and up to 4 hours of talk time. Available in Light Silver and Dark Gray, this phone was a robust choice for users needing reliable communication in remote areas.
