For the first time ever in the world, a satellite video call was carried out by a remote area and without network coverage, using a very common 4G/5G smartphone: to baptize this “spatial” technology with a test, capable of revolutionizing the world of communications, it was Vodafone.
The most important aspect is precisely the fact that it will be possible to call, make video calls, surf the internet, start chat or send messages from anywhere in the world, even the most lost, without having to use the electronic devices made as happens today ad hoc, such as special cell phones or satellite antennas. Therefore, those who live in completely isolated areas or with a non -stable signal will also be connected, and simply using their own telephone how they leaning on a common terrestrial network.
The test was carried out by the engineer Vodafone Rowan Chesmer, who called the CEO of the Margherita della Valle group from an impervious area of Wales totally without network coverage. Videochhed pioneering was made possible thanks to the interaction between the Vodafone Earth network and the satellites “Bluebird“Of Ast Space Mobile: the communication between the latter and the smartphone took place with the mediation of a new gateway recently installed in Newbury, Great Britain. To participate in this extraordinary Tim Peeke, the first British astronaut to visit the station International spatial in 2015, where we spent six months, as well as the British telecommunications minister Chris Bryant.
Margherita della Valle He expressed great satisfaction for Vodafone’s business. “Our goal is to connect everyone, regardless of where they are”explained the CEO. “Our advanced European 5G network will now be integrated by a cutting -edge satellite technology: we will bring customers to the best network and connect people who have never had access to mobile communications before”continued. “This will help to fill the digital gap, allowing all Europeans to stay in touch with family and friends or to work, as well as guaranteeing a reliable connection in emergencies”concluded Della Valle.
“This milestone marks a further step forward in our partnership with Vodafone, a longtime investor and a key technological partner. Together, we have already reached numerous primates in the space connectivity sector, including the first vocal call via satellite and the first connection 4G with speeds above 10 Mbps “added Abel Avellanfounder and CEO of Ast SpaceMobile.
Now the question
That most interests European citizens: when can you have this technology? Vodafone is convinced that he can conclude the various phases foreseen for his improvement between the end of this year and the beginning of 2026.