Fi Ultra Pet Tracker Leverages Starlink for Unmatched Coverage
WHO:
Engadget - Fi is the company behind the Fi Ultra pet tracker.
The Verge - The tracker is designed for "adventure dogs of any size."
WHAT:
Engadget - The Fi Ultra pet tracker uses Starlink satellites for coverage in rural areas.
The Verge - The Fi Ultra is the first Starlink-enabled pet tracker available for purchase.
The Verge - The device costs $199, with a $20 activation fee and an annual subscription of $189.
The Verge - The tracker has a battery life of approximately two days on a single charge.
The Verge - The device weighs 68g and has dimensions of 75mm × 40mm × 25mm.
The Verge - The tracker features dual-band GPS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi for added precision.
The Verge - The tracker can connect to the Fi app, which provides a live view of the pet's location.
The Verge - The tracker can switch to T-Satellite when cellular service is unavailable.
WHERE:
The Verge - The tracker can be used anywhere in the US.
The Verge - Testing occurred near the Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina.
WHEN:
The Verge - The device is expected to be charged in under 2 hours via USB-C.
WHY:
The Verge - The tracker is designed to help pet owners locate their dogs in areas with no cellular coverage.
HOW:
The Verge - The tracker prioritizes terrestrial cell towers but switches to satellite when necessary.
The Verge - The device uses a small vibration motor and speaker for a shock-free Callback training system.
The Verge - The tracker updates location every 2 to 3 minutes when connected to the Starlink network.
(UPDATED July 9, 2026 11:56 UTC)
The Fi Ultra pet tracker, developed by Fi, is the first Starlink-enabled device designed specifically for adventure dogs of any size, allowing pet owners to locate their dogs even in areas without cellular coverage. Priced at $199, with a $20 activation fee and an annual subscription of $189, the tracker features dual-band GPS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi, and can switch to T-Satellite when necessary, ensuring reliable connectivity. Weighing just 68 grams and measuring 75 millimeters by 40 millimeters by 25 millimeters, the tracker can be charged in under two hours via USB-C and updates the pet's location every two to three minutes when connected to the Starlink network.