Does Whatsapp work without a phone signal?

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Sep 2022
2:44pm, 14 Sep 2022
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larkim
Apple have it on the latest phones in the US (Satellite calls to emergency services); I presume at some point this will come more universal?

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Sep 2022
2:57pm, 14 Sep 2022
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Sam Jelfs
For occasional use you can rent satellite phones, might be easier if you don't need it often?
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3:40pm, 14 Sep 2022
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Hanneke
Sam, I usually rent a spot tracker for occasional use...
Trying to cover myself when out for a casual stroll in the village...
Sep 2022
7:00pm, 14 Sep 2022
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Neal
I remember reading something a few years ago saying SMS can sometimes get through even when there isn't enough signal for a phone call.

Depending on how "no signal" your "no signal"is, this might be worth reading: firstaidtrainingcooperative.co.uk
Sep 2022
8:41pm, 14 Sep 2022
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Hanneke
Ah, yes, I am signed up for 999 via SMS already. That can work...
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Sep 2022
9:35am, 15 Sep 2022
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um
999 will also work on any signal, not just the one you're signed up to.
But unlikely if the phone is in the river.
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9:04pm, 17 Sep 2022
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JenHB
It wouldn't be an ideal solution but carrying a whistle could be a cheap option (at least it may alert someone mobile to your plight!)
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11:26pm, 17 Sep 2022
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Hanneke
I always do... Not many people around where I venture though.
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10:54am, 18 Sep 2022
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jacdaw
Garmin Inreach mini? Expensive, and needs a subscription...
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1:07pm, 18 Sep 2022
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Hanneke
I have a look at that jacdaw. Spot isn't cheap either and all sattellite beacons need a subscription, which I am happy with. Cannot get a Spot.

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Maintained by Hanneke
And by this I do not mean yes, it works on wifi...

I mean: I am in the middle if scenic nowhere. I have just fallen down a waterfall and in stead of my shoulder, I have fractured my leg so I cannot walk out, I have to call Mountain Rescue.

I was just told, and this person was adamant, that Whatsapp works everywhere?

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