Vodafone has made headlines by demonstrating the world's first satellite video call using AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird satellites in a remote area lacking cellular coverage. Vodafone CEO Margherita Della Valle showcased this technology by connecting with an engineer in a mountain region of Wales, highlighting the potential for mobile broadband access in underserved locations. The BlueBird satellites promise voice, data, and video speeds comparable to traditional broadband towers, with operational capabilities set to offer cellular service across select markets. However, Vodafone's claim is hedged as SpaceX's Starlink completed a similar call already, emphasizing the novelty of calls from true 'no coverage' zones.
Vodafone has successfully demonstrated satellite video calling from remote areas using AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird satellites, claiming the first call from a location with no cellular coverage.
The BlueBird satellites can connect directly with smartphones, providing up to 120 megabits per second data speeds, enhancing communication in remote regions.
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