Your Satellite Invite
You’re invited to trial One New Zealand Satellite free, for 30 days! Whether you’re travelling through a black spot, a back paddock, or there’s a blackout, you can TXT when you need it most with an eligible phone. No strings attached.
Accept your Satellite Invite
There is a chance that some larger businesses and those with special security policies may be unable to sign up for their Satellite Invite trial online. If this applies to you, please fill out the callback form
below, and one of our team will be in touch to help set you up.
One NZ Satellite
It's here and it's a game changer! Offering a new way to help Kiwi keep in touch even in the most remote parts of New Zealand.
First and only in NZ
We're the first and only satellite-powered mobile network in the country, providing coverage where traditional cell towers don't reach - around 40% of our land mass.
More than one million TXTs sent
Our existing customers have already sent more than one million TXTs through space since the service launched!
Send and receive TXTs anywhere with a line of sight to the sky and an eligible phone - even if you're in the middle of nowhere.
TXT in minutes. Terms, fair use and capacity control applies. See full terms.
TXT in minutes. Terms, fair use and capacity control applies. See full terms.
Already with One NZ?
One NZ Satellite TXT is included in eligible plans at no extra cost so you might already be able to TXT in the middle of nowhere if you have a satellite-ready phone. Check out eligible phones and plans.
Satellite eligible phone and plans
Already signed up to the trial?
If you need support with your trial, get online help
or give us a call on 0800 54 55 99
to speak with one of our dedicated Satellite Invite support team.
Online help
How Satellite Invite works
1. Sign up in a few minutes
If you have an eligible phone and are on another mobile network, you can sign up for your free trial.
2. Launch your eSIM
To connect to the One NZ Satellite network, we’ll email you an eSIM to install and activate on your phone. This is a digital SIM that works alongside your existing SIM and lasts the duration of your trial.
3. TXT when you need it most
If you're using iMessage or RCS for messages, your phone will automatically use the One NZ Satellite network when you don't have traditional cell-tower coverage. Otherwise, you'll need to switch to your One NZ eSIM to send a TXT when you don't have traditional cell-tower coverage.
If you have an eligible phone and are on another mobile network, you can sign up for your free trial.
2. Launch your eSIM
To connect to the One NZ Satellite network, we’ll email you an eSIM to install and activate on your phone. This is a digital SIM that works alongside your existing SIM and lasts the duration of your trial.
3. TXT when you need it most
If you're using iMessage or RCS for messages, your phone will automatically use the One NZ Satellite network when you don't have traditional cell-tower coverage. Otherwise, you'll need to switch to your One NZ eSIM to send a TXT when you don't have traditional cell-tower coverage.
How to TXT via space
Check you are satellite-ready
You need an eligible phone to TXT through space. Check this below
before signing up to your free trial.
Ensure you have clear line of sight to the sky
When out of traditional cell-tower coverage, find an open space or area unobstructed by things like buildings, trees and other physical structures. This helps your phone “find” the satellites.
Look for 'One NZ SpaceX' on your phones network banner
When your phone has connected to a satellite, the One NZ SpaceX network banner will show. There may be short gaps but don’t worry - the banner will reappear as your phone reconnects to the next satellite that comes into coverage.
Send your TXT via the TXT app on your phone
You can check your TXT has been sent by looking for the time stamp. If your TXT fails to send, you may need to switch your conversation line with the person you want to TXT from the wop-wops to your One NZ eSIM. Check your network banner and ensure clear line of sight to the sky, then try again.
Eligible phones
The One NZ Satellite Invite is available on a range of eligible phones, with more becoming eligible over the coming months.
- This list of eligible phones will be updated regularly as more phones complete testing, so keep checking back here.
- 'Testing' means that our team are testing different phone models to ensure that One NZ Satellite TXT works with them.
- Phones purchased outside of New Zealand or not from your network provider may not be compatible.
- Unsure what phone you're using? Check your phone's Settings to find out.
Apple
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| iPhone 16e |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max |
| iPhone 16 Pro |
| iPhone 16 Plus |
| iPhone 16 |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max |
| iPhone 15 Pro |
| iPhone 15 Plus |
| iPhone 15 |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max |
| iPhone 14 Pro |
| iPhone 14 Plus |
| iPhone 14 |
| iPhone 13 Pro Max |
| iPhone 13 Pro |
| iPhone 13 |
| iPhone 13 mini |
Ensure you are on the latest iOS to get the best experience, which is iOS 18.5
Go to Apple Support to see how to update iOS.
Samsung
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| Galaxy Z Flip6 | Galaxy S23 FE |
| Galaxy Z Fold6 | Galaxy S22 Ultra |
| Galaxy Z Fold5 | Galaxy S22+ |
| Galaxy Z Flip5 | Galaxy S22 |
| Galaxy Z Fold4 | Galaxy Z Flip4 |
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy XCover7 |
| Galaxy S25+ | |
| Galaxy S25 | |
| Galaxy S24 Ultra | |
| Galaxy S24+ | |
| Galaxy S24 FE | |
| Galaxy S24 | |
| Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
| Galaxy S23+ | |
| Galaxy S23 |
OPPO
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| OPPO Find X8 Pro | OPPO Reno12 Pro 5G |
| OPPO Reno12 5G | |
| OPPO Reno12 F 5G | |
| OPPO A5 Pro 5G |
Loving One NZ Satellite?
If you're loving your free 30 day trial and want to keep enjoying TXT when you need it most, sign up to one of our eligible Pay Monthly or Business mobile plans and get One NZ Satellite included at no extra cost.
Personal
Check out our eligible Pay Monthly mobile plans for all your personal needs.
Personal plans
Business with 1 - 4 people
Check out our eligible Business mobile plans to get your business connected.
1 - 4 people Business plans
If you’re a business with five or more people, fill out the callback form
and one of our team will get in touch to discuss which One NZ plans are best suited to you.
Are you a business with 5+ people? Or need support signing up for the trial?
Provide your details below and our team will get in touch to help you.
Frequently asked questions
What is Satellite Invite?
Satellite Invite is your invitation to a free 30 day trial of the One NZ Satellite network. If you’re already a One NZ Mobile customer with us, you might already be eligible to use One NZ Satellite at no extra cost. See one.nz/satellite.
Is the trial completely free?
Yes, your 30 day trial of the One NZ Satellite network is free with no contracts or obligations. No commitment or credit check is required.
Do I keep my current phone number and plan during the trial?
Yes, you keep your current phone number and plan. For the trial, we give you a temporary One NZ eSIM and "029" phone number that you can use for 30 days to test our One NZ Satellite network.
After the trial ends, if you choose to move to One NZ, you can bring your current phone number over or get a new "021" One NZ number.
After the trial ends, if you choose to move to One NZ, you can bring your current phone number over or get a new "021" One NZ number.
Can I keep the temporary One NZ number after the trial?
No, the temporary "029" One NZ number you have during the trial will be disconnected after the trial.
If you choose to move to One NZ, you can bring your number over from your current provider or sign up and get a new "021" One NZ number.
If you choose to move to One NZ, you can bring your number over from your current provider or sign up and get a new "021" One NZ number.
Will I have two phone numbers/SIMs during the trial?
Yes, you will have your existing phone number and your new temporary "029" One NZ number. We will send you an email with instructions on how to manage both SIMs during the trial.
Key points below:
Key points below:
- You’ll need to select your existing phone number as your default line for calls and messages/TXTs. This means when you call or TXT your friends and family in traditional cell-tower coverage, they’ll know it’s you.
- You’ll need to select your temporary One NZ eSIM for mobile data in order to experience the One NZ Satellite network. If you're using iMessage or RCS for messages, your phone will automatically use the One NZ Satellite network when you don't have traditional cell-tower coverage. Otherwise, you'll need to switch your conversation line with the person you want to TXT from the wop-wops to your One NZ eSIM. Don't forget to switch back when you're in traditional cell-tower coverage so the calls and messages you send to that contact are from your current phone number.
What happens at the end of my free trial?
At the end of your trial, your temporary One NZ eSIM connection will be disconnected. We will contact you to discuss your experience during the trial and a welcome offer should you wish to sign up to a One NZ Pay Monthly or Business mobile plan.
How do I know if I’m eligible for Satellite Invite?
To be eligible for the One NZ Satellite Free Trial:
- You must have an eligible Satellite Ready, eSIM capable phone.
- You must not be a current One NZ mobile customer (however if you only have One NZ Broadband then you are eligible).
- You must have an active connection with another provider.
- You must be located in New Zealand.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
Who can I contact if I’m having trouble with my Satellite Invite?
If you have any issues, please contact our dedicated Support Team on 0800 54 55 99
for assistance.
See commonly asked questions
around setting up your free trial, using it, and after the trial ends.
