ACR Electronics has announced that users of its Bivy Stick satellite communication devices can access a new GroupTrack feature. With Bivy and ACR Electronics also confirming expansion into international markets, the enhanced device and Bivy app can now ignite countless adventures and help people across the world find, track, and share their ocean and outdoor adventures.
The extra feature allows users to send position updates directly from one GroupTrack enabled device to another. When enabled, all users in a group can view the locations of other enabled devices on a paired mobile device. With seamless receival and transmission between cell, wifi, or satellite, GroupTrack users can keep their party updated and in constant communication.
To support the launch of the new feature, Bivy Stick users with the Plus or Unlimited plans will be able to access and use the new GroupTrack feature at no additional cost for the first 30 days with up to 8 users during the trial period. At the completion of the GroupTrack trial period, users can continue with the GroupTrack feature or cancel.
Additionally, ACR Electronics and Bivy Stick are introducing a new Premium Data Plan that will include the GroupTrack feature for groups up to 12 users. GroupTrack will be exclusive to customers enrolled in the Premium plan. The new data plans pricing is:
Basic Monthly €19.99 (£19.99) / Basic Annual €14.99 (£14.99)
Plus Monthly €34.99 (£29.99) / Plus Annual €29.99 (£24.99)
Unlimited Monthly €64.99 (£59.99) / Unlimited Annual €54.99 (£44.99)
NEW Premium Monthly €74.99 (£64.99) / NEW Premium Annual €64.99 (£54.99)
New Bivy Stick users will be able to immediately access and use their device's features with a four-month required period of the brand's 'Plus', 'Unlimited' or 'Premium' plans starting at only €34.99 (£29.99) per month. The 'Plus' pricing plan offers users 80 credits per month and will continue to allow for the rollover of unused credits. At the completion of the four-month trial period, users will have the choice of continuing their current plan, changing to the Basic plan, or suspend their service until the next time they need it. This flexibility allows users to only pay for the months they need it or have the device ready and active in case of emergency.
The Bivy Stick satellite communication device is the smallest, most simple communication device in the world and works conveniently with users' existing smartphones to efficiently send a message, share a location, get a weather report, or initiate an SOS while adventuring off-grid. The Bivy Stick device has an SSP of €327 (£279).
2-way text satellite communication
No Activation Fees and roll over credits
Able to send text messages to phone numbers or email addresses
Location sharing and tracking
SOS communication through the app or with dedicated button on the device
Check-in button on device sends preset message and location
Only weighs 100g
High-power antenna for more frequent and reliable communication
IPX7 ingress protection rating
Compatible with all GoPro®* mounts
100% global satellite coverage - works anywhere you can see the sky
Free location sharing and preset messages
Seamless transmission of messages through cellular, Wifi, or satellite
SOS communication service is provided by Global Rescue, an industry leader, providing 24/7/365 medical, security, evacuation, travel risk and crisis management services to travelers around the world. Bivy members in need of help in an emergency can reach Global Rescue through their Bivy device and receive assistance or evacuation.
Bivy Stick is the perfect complement to the kit list of boaters, kayakers and paddlers, backpackers, mountain bikers, hunters and fisherman, off-highway vehicle (OHV) users, skiers and snowboarders, global travelers and/or anyone accessing remote terrain.