Samsung is reportedly working on bringing satellite connectivity to its smartphones, a feature that Android 15 officially supports. This means that most top Android phones will likely have this option in the near future, with Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices leading the way.

Code snippets found in some Samsung apps suggest that the South Korean tech giant will enable users to communicate via satellite, a capability already available to iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users. However, Android’s implementation is expected to be more robust, allowing users to not only connect to emergency services when network services are unavailable but also send messages to friends and family.

Initially, the satellite connectivity feature will be integrated into SMS and MMS apps, with Google Messages being the first app to support it. While Samsung Messages may notify users when their device is connected to a satellite, they will need to use Google Messages for sending and receiving texts via satellite.

Rumors about satellite connectivity on Samsung phones have been circulating since before the Galaxy S23 era. Although there is no official confirmation on when this feature will be available, Samsung executive Park Yong-in has promised that two-way satellite connectivity will be implemented by 2024.

In the past, Samsung’s mobile chief TM Roh stated that it was premature to introduce satellite connectivity due to limited functionality and infrastructure constraints. However, with major carriers now showing interest in this technology, it seems like the perfect time for Samsung to embrace satellite connectivity on its smartphones. Stay tuned for further updates!