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Galaxy Phones Gain Direct Satellite Access With App Support
technology28 days ago

Galaxy Phones Gain Direct Satellite Access With App Support

Samsung has published a list of satellite-ready apps that can work on Galaxy devices even without cellular coverage, enabled through carrier partnerships in Europe, Japan, and North America. Galaxy S22+ and newer models generally support direct satellite connectivity (with some markets also supporting select Galaxy A series), and service varies by country. Current satellite-ready apps include Find My Mobile, Google Maps, Google Play Services, WhatsApp, Samsung Account, Samsung Health, Weather, and X (Twitter), among others.

via SamMobile|
#apps#connectivity#galaxy
Patchwork Returns: Iran’s Internet Flows Back in Fragments as Costs Mount
world2 months ago

Patchwork Returns: Iran’s Internet Flows Back in Fragments as Costs Mount

Iran has eased but not ended its broad internet blackout, with Telegram channels returning and some services like Google, Bing, and ChatGPT surfacing in a patchwork, province‑by‑province manner. Traffic remains uneven and throttled, indicating ongoing control rather than a full restoration. Officials estimate daily costs of up to $36 million, and authorities have signaled the restrictions could last until Nowruz in March as they fine‑tune the system.

via The Guardian|
#connectivity#economy#government
T-Mobile Expands Free Satellite 911 Texting to All Compatible Phones
technology5 months ago

T-Mobile Expands Free Satellite 911 Texting to All Compatible Phones

T-Mobile has made its satellite-based emergency texting service, T-911, free for all compatible phones, allowing users to text emergency numbers like 911, 988, and the Veteran Crisis Line even in areas without land-based coverage. The service is easy to enable via the T-Life app for T-Mobile customers and through an eSIM process for other carriers, providing a crucial safety feature for users in remote locations.

via The Mobile Report|
#connectivity#emergency-services#satellite-texting
TP-Link Demonstrates Successful Wi-Fi 8 Prototype, Promising Enhanced Connectivity
technology6 months ago

TP-Link Demonstrates Successful Wi-Fi 8 Prototype, Promising Enhanced Connectivity

TP-Link has successfully tested an early prototype of Wi-Fi 8, demonstrating its capabilities in data transfer and beacon validation, with the standard expected to be finalized by 2028. The new standard focuses on improving connection reliability and performance in challenging environments, rather than just increasing speed, aiming to offer a more stable and responsive wireless experience for consumers.

via The Verge|
#connectivity#ieee#prototype
India’s New Navi Mumbai Airport Opens Amidst Major Infrastructure Upgrades
world6 months ago

India’s New Navi Mumbai Airport Opens Amidst Major Infrastructure Upgrades

Mumbai's new Navi Mumbai International Airport, after nearly 20 years of development, aims to alleviate congestion at the city's main airport, with plans for future expansion to handle up to 90 million passengers annually by 2032. While it features modern design and increased capacity, its success depends on improving ground connectivity, including transport links to the city.

via CNN|
#aviation#connectivity#infrastructure
Apple Watch Ultra 3: A Slight Upgrade with Notable Improvements
technology6 months ago

Apple Watch Ultra 3: A Slight Upgrade with Notable Improvements

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 offers modest upgrades over its predecessor, including a larger display, longer battery life, and enhanced connectivity features like 5G and satellite messaging, but these improvements are incremental and may not justify an upgrade for existing Ultra 2 users. It is best suited for new buyers or those who frequently go off-grid and can benefit from its enhanced features, while current Ultra 2 owners might not find enough reason to upgrade.

via The Verge|
#apple-watch-ultra-3#battery-life#connectivity