Verizon and AT&T test first satellite-based video calls, and it's not Starlink
Verizon announced in a press release that it has made its first-ever video call over satellite, while AT&T pulled off a similar feat using satellite tech that’s set to roll out
Verizon completes its first satellite to cellular enabled video call with AST SpaceMobile BlueBird 2
Verizon and AST have yet again pushed the boundaries of what can be done with mobile devices by successfully trialing a live video call between two mobile devices with one connected via satellite and the other connected via Verizon’s terrestrial network connection.
AT&T, Verizon Use AST's 'BlueBird' Satellites to Power Video Calls on Phones
The successful trials come after Starlink rival AST SpaceMobile also used its newly launched satellites to power a video call in Europe through Vodafone.
AT&T and Verizon connect first cellphone-to-satellite video calls
Verizon has completed its first cellphone-to-satellite video call, while AT&T has completed its first using satellites that will be used as part of a commercial network. There’s
This Starlink competitor is already being used to make video calls via satellite
AT&T and Verizon shared the progress of their respective satellite communication efforts. Both brands are utilizing AST SpaceMobile. Both made video calls using new satellites launched in September 2024.
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