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To: GO*QCOM who wrote (42594)	9/27/1999 10:14:00 AM
From: KaiserSosze	Respond to of 152472

To the Thread: Well, we're fast approaching 200. Do we break through this time, or do we need to burn through the 190s for a little longer? All input is appreciated. Regards

To: GO*QCOM who wrote (42594)	9/27/1999 11:25:00 AM
From: idler	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 152472

there surely are a lot of people who would buy a satellite phone not just for the Himalayas, but for all those trips outside present coverage areas, including recreational uses such as hikes (not in the Himalayas, but in any national park where safety would be an issue), boats, etc. I for one would probably buy a phone in the $1,000 range and I would expect that if they could bring the price point down to $750 you would have an avalanche of users. The two questions I have are: yes, presently there are many gaps in coverage, but will these be filled in future, lessening satellite market? Will cost of base stations come down to the point where carriers can afford to fill all those holes?