On iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models, Apple introduced satellite connectivity for emergency communications when out of range of the cellular network and Wi-Fi. Now this feature is spreading to the Android world.Qualcomm announced at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) that several phone manufacturers, including Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Motorola, Nothing and Honor, are bringing satellite communications capabilities to their phones. However, manufacturers are currently uncertain which devices will have these features first and when companies will release them. But it seems that we will probably see this feature often in new high-end models.
Satellite link coming to Android phones
Qualcomm unveiled its Snapdragon Satellite technology last month at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) by partnering with satellite service provider Iridium. Using this solution, smartphones can use satellites for communication in emergencies. This communication works both ways, but takes place at low data sizes such as messaging.Qualcomm said that Snapdragon Satellite will be used in its upcoming new 5G RF modems and new processor series for smartphones. The new processor families that Qualcomm mentions range from the Snapdragon 8 series to the Snapdragon 4 series. Therefore, we can see satellite connection on entry-level Android phones as well.
Francesco Grilli, vice president of product management at Qualcomm, said in a statement. “By incorporating Snapdragon Satellite into next-generation devices, our partners will be able to offer satellite messaging capabilities thanks to the mature and commercially available global LEO constellation. This will allow subscribers around the world to communicate with emergency service providers or family and friends outdoors.” used the phrases.
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