I've been out in the boonies and still had 3G connection. /shrug. There's also WiFi possibly, depending on project.
3G coverage is now NOT a problem. on Earth that is
hahaha that's awesome. I could see that being a very welcome feature for many people who take that potentially-lethal trek...
Mentioned that to a buddy, who has a friend currently on Everest. Texted him and got a reply:
"yeah they haven't mastered toilets but they have good cell service. f&#&ers"