WhatsApp voice and video calls via satellite to Google's latest flagship phones.
The Google Pixel 10 series becomes the first smartphone lineup in the world to support satellite-based WhatsApp calls.
Users answer voice and video calls the same way they always have. The only difference happens behind the scenes
If Pixel 10 has no cellular or Wi-Fi signal, user can still make WhatsApp calls using satellite connection.
Google announced the satellite communication feature will start reaching Pixel 10 Series smartphones from August 28.
Apple restricts satellite features to emergency SOS only. Samsung's Galaxy S25 offers satellite messaging through Snapdragon technology
The service works in regions through carriers that support satellite connectivity.