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Satellite Service

WhatsApp, Google Maps without network connection - O2 smartphones

Britain's Virgin Media O2 launched Europe's first satellite-to-mobile service on Thursday, bringing text messages, WhatsApp and Google Maps to customers using regular smartphones in locations with no network connection for three pounds ($4.06) a month.

26 Feb 2026-04:42
China rolls out BeiDou-based satellite emergency messaging

China has launched a new satellite short messaging service based on the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, aimed at ensuring reliable communication during emergencies when ground-based mobile networks are unavailable.

06 Feb 2026-11:59
Russia plans own satellite internet service to rival Starlink

Russia is set to launch its own satellite internet service similar to Elon Musk’s Starlink, Dmitry Bakanov, head of the Russian space agency Roscosmos, announced on Wednesday.

17 Sep 2025-11:30