The latest Google Pixel 10 Series is set to be the world’s first smartphone to support WhatsApp voice and video calls via a satellite network. During these satellite-enabled calls, the status bar will display a satellite icon. The functionality is reliant on carrier support and may incur additional fees.
Google has revealed that its flagship Pixel 10 smartphone series, which debuted on August 20, will soon offer voice and video calls over WhatsApp over a satellite network. This functionality is intended for usage in places without a cellular network or Wi-Fi access. It is unclear if text messaging will be possible via satellite, while satellite-based messaging is already available in places without cellular or Wi-Fi connections.
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The satellite-based WhatsApp calling capability for the Pixel 10 series will go live on August 28, coinciding with the devices’ first availability.
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A teaser video shows that WhatsApp calls made via a satellite network will display a satellite icon in the status bar. Users will be able to receive voice or video calls using this satellite link rather than cellular or Wi-Fi. Google has said that this functionality will only be available through participating carriers and may involve additional fees. The series is likely to be the world’s first smartphone to handle satellite-based WhatsApp calls.
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