The first satellite phone networks were high-profile flops ... poorly located satellite antenna for a cell tower in space,” said Sara Spangelo, the co-leader of SpaceX’s direct-to-cell ...

AST SpaceMobile made history in April 2023 by completing the first two-way phone call via space ... to satellite connectivity is uniquely innovative. It focuses solely on direct-to-cell service ...

Using your smartphone with a satellite connection in a cellular dead zone isn't exactly rocket science, but there can be ...

In fact, AST was the very first company in the world to "phone home" from space. Now it's looking to provide 100% coverage of the US through a partnership with AT&T and Verizon before going global.

Satellite connectivity is heating up in 2025. Carriers, phone-makers and satellite networks ... regular cellular service Several players in the space are at varying stages of readiness to deliver ...

Satellite connectivity is arguably one of the most important features Apple and other phone makers have added in recent years ...