The tech world is abuzz with excitement over the latest Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 release, hinting at the possibility of satellite messaging being introduced in Android 15. And it seems like Google Messages is dropping some hints of its own, suggesting that this new feature will allow users to send messages from anywhere to anyone.
According to reports from 9to5Google, the beta version 20240329_01_RC00 of Google Messages includes a trio of explanatory strings that shed light on how satellite messaging will function:
– To send and receive, stay outside with a clear view of the sky
– Satellite messaging may take longer and can’t include photos & videos
– You can message with anyone, including emergency services
The third string is particularly intriguing as it implies that users will not be limited to just contacting emergency services but will be able to message anyone in their contacts via SMS. This could give Android smartphones an edge over Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite feature.
The landscape of smartphones with satellite connection support is heating up as major tech companies like Google, Apple, Samsung, and Huawei race to enter this cosmic connectivity arena. With the anticipated debut of satellite connectivity on Android phones through the release of Android 15, all devices running on this operating system could potentially support this groundbreaking feature.
Huawei has already made strides in this realm with its Mate 50 series, allowing users to make calls and send satellite messages even when they are not connected to cellular or Wi-Fi networks – although currently limited to China.
Smartphones equipped with satellite connection support offer a unique advantage by bypassing reliance on traditional cell towers. Instead, they directly connect with satellites orbiting the Earth, ensuring connectivity even in remote areas without cellular coverage.
As we near the rumored reveal of Android 15 at Google’s annual I/O conference on May 14, more leaks and updates are likely to surface. Stay tuned for further developments in this exciting space!
