Scuba Diving

Technology has taken many turns that we didn’t see coming, whether it be touch screens or wireless internet. One such advancement is the development of underwater mobile phones. It has been introduced for diver communication, and it is known as the Alpha UWCP-Underwater mobile phone, created by Ocean Reef.

Features of the Scuba Mobile Phone

The underwater phone is comprised of a speaker and a microphone that can be fitted into a full face mask. This is connected to a quick release cable of up to 50 meters that spools from a surface buoy. That buoy has a water resistant box containing the interface which can connect to your mobile phone via Bluetooth. This all functions on a 9 volt alkaline battery. Any mobile phone that supports voice failing and Bluetooth can work with the Alpha-UWCP.

Operating the Scuba Mobile Phone

The Alpha-UWCP makes it possible for communication between two divers or a diver to the surface, wherever cell phone service is available. To operate it, the diver first records voice dialing commands on his/her cell phone before hand while wearing the mask, so the phone can recognize the commands once underwater. Then the diver can press the PTT (push to talk) button and once the confirmation signal is heard, the diver says the name of the person he/she wishes to call. In the case of incoming calls, the ring will be heard through the face mask speaker and by pressing the PTT button, it can be answered. This is definitely not your grandma’s home phone!

Now a day, we can take our phones everywhere, so there is no need to worry about being alone in the case of an emergency, especially underwater. The phone system comes with many safety features as well, so you can focus on your dive.