Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Anshel Sag is an industry analyst covering XR, 5G, mobile and PCs. I’m a city slicker and have lived in cities or suburbs most of ...

AST SpaceMobile Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) is broadening its satellite spectrum portfolio through a new agreement to obtain global S-Band priority rights governed by the International Telecommunication Union ...

The words "satellite phone" probably conjure up an image of a clunky mobile monstrosity straight out of a spy thriller. These bulky and utilitarian traditional satellite phones are typically required ...

Apple’s satellite features are designed for situations where cellular and Wi-Fi coverage are unavailable. In supported ...

Even 120 miles from town in a cellular dead zone, I was able to stay in contact with my family using the $10-a-month T-Satellite service. And I didn't need to be on a T-Mobile plan or buy a new phone ...

AST SpaceMobile has taken a very literal big swing at satellite connectivity, deploying a giant spacecraft meant to talk directly to ordinary smartphones and challenge Starlink’s lead in space-based ...

Learn how satellite texting works on 2026 smartphones, emergency SOS features, Starlink capabilities, and key limitations affecting iPhone and Android devices. Pixabay, padrinan Direct-to-device ...

Apple’s satellite features were originally designed for emergencies, allowing iPhone users to contact emergency services when cellular and Wi-Fi coverage is unavailable. With recent versions of iOS, ...