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Google is developing new Android features to manage satellite connectivity, including a Quick Settings tile and a dedicated menu that lists compatible apps like WhatsApp, Maps, and weather apps, which may soon support satellite data and calling. Currently hidden behind developer options, these features aim to enhance connectivity in areas without cellular service, with broader availability expected in future Android updates.
SpaceX's mini laser terminals, successfully tested on a Starlink satellite, will enable Muon Space's Halo satellites to connect via Starlink's mesh network, providing near real-time data transfer up to 25 Gbps over 4,000 km, enhancing satellite communication and operational efficiency.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is a rugged, adventure-ready smartwatch with a two-day battery life, satellite connectivity for emergencies, and enhanced health features like hypertension alerts and sleep scoring, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who value safety and durability, though its bulkier design and higher price may not appeal to everyone.
Apple announced new Apple Watch models: Series 11 with hypertension alerts and sleep tracking, Ultra 3 with larger screen and satellite connectivity, and SE 3 with a faster chip and new features, all featuring improved connectivity and battery life.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to feature a new S11 chip, a larger and brighter display with improved refresh rates, satellite connectivity for communication out of cellular range, support for 5G, faster charging, and potentially a blood pressure monitor, marking significant upgrades in durability, connectivity, and health features.
Garmin announced the Fenix 8 Pro series of smartwatches with cellular and satellite connectivity, allowing users to leave their phones behind for certain functions, though with some limitations and additional costs. The series includes a MicroLED display version and will be available starting September 8th, with prices ranging from $1,199.99 to $1,999.99.
The upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to feature a larger display, improved performance with a new S11 chip, satellite and 5G connectivity, health tracking enhancements like blood pressure monitoring, and longer battery life, with a potential release around September 2025.
Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 and W5+ Gen 2 chips for smartwatches, featuring satellite connectivity for emergency messaging, improved GPS accuracy, and a smaller, more power-efficient design, with no performance upgrades from previous generations.
Rumors suggest the upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 will feature a larger, sharper display, a new S11 chip for better performance, satellite and 5G connectivity, health features like blood pressure monitoring, and improved battery life, with a potential release in early September alongside the iPhone 15.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is set to launch in September, featuring a larger display, satellite connectivity, 5G support, a brighter OLED display, and a faster S10 chip, with rumors of blood pressure monitoring but no hardware upgrades since 2023.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to launch in September with new features including satellite connectivity, 5G support, a brighter wide-angle OLED display, and a faster S10 chip, although blood pressure monitoring may not be ready yet.
Elon Musk offered Apple $5 billion for a satellite connectivity deal, which Tim Cook declined, leading Musk to launch a competing service with T-Mobile, escalating a rivalry over satellite communication technology and legal battles over spectrum rights, shaping the future of smartphone connectivity.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to launch later this year with significant upgrades including satellite connectivity, 5G support, a faster chip, improved display, and faster charging, although some features like blood pressure monitoring may not be ready in time.
The upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3, set for release in 2025, will feature satellite connectivity, allowing users to send texts when cellular and Wi-Fi networks are unavailable. This feature, previously available on iPhones, aims to enhance safety for adventurers and compete with brands like Garmin. Apple plans to transition from Intel to MediaTek modems for future models, supporting 5G Recap technology. Currently, Apple does not charge for satellite connectivity, offering two years free with iPhones, a policy likely to extend to the Apple Watch Ultra.
Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite feature, initially free for two years on the iPhone 14, remains free after an additional year was added last November. This raises questions about Apple's long-term plans for the service, especially as competitors like Google and Samsung introduce similar features. While Apple has not disclosed future pricing, it's speculated that some satellite services may eventually require a subscription, though life-saving emergency capabilities might remain free. The free period for iPhone 14 and 15 users ends in November 2025, potentially leading to changes in service offerings.