# PATT — Pivotel App for Talk and Text

> Make and receive calls/SMS via data connection with a dedicated Australian mobile number. (iPhone/iPad app by Pivotel Satellite Pty Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patt/id1551625491 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pivotel Satellite Pty Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1353323673)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 76 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian and 17 more
- Released: 2021-02-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patt/id1551625491/reviews.md

## What is PATT?

Designed by Pivotel, Australia’s leading provider of rural and remote communication solutions, the Pivotel App for Talk and Text (PATT) uses a data connection to allow you to make and receive voice calls and SMS with any standard national or international phone number.

PATT works with virtually any data connection, including satellite services like Iridium Certus®, SkyMuster™ and nbn™ wireless, as well as other internet and Wi-Fi connections, allowing you to call and SMS, even when you are outside standard mobile phone coverage.

PATT provides you with your own dedicated Australian ‘04’ mobile phone number, meaning your friends, family or co-workers can call and SMS you simply using your PATT mobile number. The Pivotel App for Talk and Text functions just like a mobile phone, so your friends, family and colleagues do not need to have the app installed.

You can also call landline numbers, 1300 numbers and international phone numbers.

FEATURES:

Australian ’04’ mobile phone numbers:
When you sign up with PATT, you get your own dedicated Australian ‘04’ mobile phone number meaning your friends, family and co-workers can call you from any ordinary mobile phone or landline service – they won’t even know you are using PATT.

Voice optimisation:
PATT is designed to work over the most challenging types of data connections including most mobile and fixed satellite data services.

Call or SMS any standard mobile, national, or international phone number:
Unlike other common VoIP platforms, the person you are calling or messaging doesn’t need to have PATT installed.

Use your existing contact list:
PATT accesses your existing contacts and displays them in a combined list for easy access, avoiding the need to re-enter all the names and phone numbers of your friends and family.

Security:
All calls and SMS are encrypted over the secure Pivotel network using Transport Layer Security (TLS) giving you peace of mind that your calls and SMS stay private.

How to get started:
Sign up for the PATT service and choose your service plan at www.pivotel.com.au/patt.
Once you have your PATT login you’re ready to go!

Note: Operator data charges may apply. Contact your provider for details

## Key features

- Make/receive calls and SMS
- Works with satellite data
- Dedicated Australian mobile number
- Call any standard number
- Uses existing contact list
- Encrypted calls and SMS

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patt/id1551625491/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Waste of time downloading

*2021-04-20, version 2.2*

The one thing Pivotel forgot to mention in their marketing spiel is that unless you have an existing plan with them and one of their Satellite Phones, this App is not accessible.  You won’t get past the first screen. 
If anything the blurb both here and on their Website about how great the PATT App is, is blatantly misleading and sadly lacking any component of honesty.

### 5/5 — Patt is really great

*2021-03-05, version 2.1*

Works well all of the time

## Frequently asked questions about PATT

### Does PATT have ads?

PATT is free to use and does not contain advertisements. This ensures an uninterrupted communication experience for all users.

### How do I get a PATT number?

You can sign up for the PATT service and choose your service plan at www.pivotel.com.au/patt. Once you have your PATT login, you will be assigned your dedicated Australian '04' mobile number.

### Can people without PATT call me?

Yes, your dedicated Australian '04' mobile number works like any standard mobile number. Friends, family, and colleagues can call or SMS you from any ordinary mobile phone or landline service without needing the app.

### What kind of data connections does PATT support?

PATT works with virtually any data connection, including satellite services like Iridium Certus®, SkyMuster™, and nbn™ wireless, as well as other internet and Wi-Fi connections.

### Is my communication secure with PATT?

Yes, all calls and SMS are encrypted over the secure Pivotel network using Transport Layer Security (TLS). This provides peace of mind that your communications remain private.

### What devices is PATT available on?

PATT is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on August 25, 2023, with version 3.3.

### Can I use my existing contacts with PATT?

Yes, PATT accesses your existing contacts and displays them in a combined list for easy access. This eliminates the need to re-enter contact information.

### What is the age rating for PATT?

PATT has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no specific content restrictions.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.3 — 2023-08-25

Fixed audio quality issue when using the g722 codec
Fixed issue where speaker staying enabled for incoming calls

Fixed issue with missing quickdials
Updated DFKS support
Improved auto-answer form in settings
Improved the behavior of the history removal feature

### 3.0 — 2022-05-26

Fixed crash when disabling wifi during a call
Improved forward button visibility
Improved DND rules interval visibility

### 2.2 — 2021-03-22

Fixed quickdials not updating after global external provisioning update
Improved app performance when many BLF entries are configured

### 2.1 — 2021-02-07

No release notes.

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