Satellite video calling is set to revolutionize mobile communication by allowing users to make video calls even in areas without cellular coverage. This technology, which builds on existing satellite emergency text services, will enable seamless video communication on standard smartphones, such as iPhones and Android devices. The initial rollout aims at Europe and the U.S., where satellite connectivity is growing. Successful early tests, including collaborations like Vodafone with AST SpaceMobile, have shown this innovative service can provide reliable connectivity for users in rural or remote locations.
This advancement, which builds on the early success of satellite-enabled emergency SMS services, is set to bridge the connectivity gap for rural, remote, and geographically challenging locations.
For many, this is a leap forward from emergency text services introduced in recent years, such as Apple's satellite SOS functionality in its latest iPhones.
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