[Satellite TODAY 08-23-11] Globalstar satellite messaging and emergency notification subsidiary Spot has released its Spot Connect App to international customers, the company announced Aug. 22.

   The Spot Connect App integrates Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices with the Spot Connect satellite communications service, which aims to allow users to transmit messages via Globalstar’s satellite network from any location on the planet. The app sets up a direct Bluetooth wireless connection between the user’s device and the Spot Connect device to send custom messages from remote locations as well as notify an international emergency rescue coordination center.

   The service also allows the user to store up to 14 predefined messages and 10 personal contact groups consisting of up to 50 contacts each. Users also can send location-based messages to Facebook and Twitter and Spot Adventures from isolated regions.