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During the 2023 Semiconduct Expo (SEDEX), John Yong-In Park, the head of Samsung Electronics SLSI Business Division, confirmed that the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 series will have satellite connectivity. The announcement indicates that the next-generation Galaxy S series phones, which are expected to be unveiled in January 2024, will be the first to support this feature.

Rumors about satellite connectivity on Samsung flagship phones have circulated before, with speculation that the Galaxy S23 would have this capability. In addition, Qualcomm introduced Snapdragon Satellite earlier this year, an innovative messaging solution designed for smartphones. It was set to be available on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 devices in select regions starting in the second half of 2023.

Samsung has also made significant strides in non-terrestrial networks (NTN) modem technology. In February, the company successfully developed and simulated 5G NTN standard-based satellite technology using the Exynos Modem 5300 reference platform. This breakthrough allows for two-way communication between smartphones and satellites.

Given the success of Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite, in which the company invested 0 million, Samsung may feel pressure to incorporate satellite connectivity into its Galaxy flagship phones. Apple’s emergency feature has proven invaluable in various real-life incidents.

The addition of satellite connectivity to the Samsung Galaxy S24 series is poised to revolutionize smartphone capabilities, offering users enhanced communication options, especially in remote areas or during emergencies. As we await the official launch of the Galaxy S24 series in early 2024, anticipation continues to build around this groundbreaking feature.

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