Since the , Google has used its modems. The , expected to , will reportedly use a newer Exynos modem from Samsung to bring satellite connectivity features for messaging.
That's not the only Pixel that features the new modem. Even the Pixel Fold 2 and the Pixel Tablet 2 reportedly use Samsung's newer modem inside a new Tensor chipset.
According to a , the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel Fold 2, and Pixel Tablet 2 will use a new Tensor processor that features . This new modem is reportedly faster and more power-efficient than the , Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Fold. It also features support for 3GPP Rel. 17, which for satellite-based communication (such as text messaging) for emergency situations.
While the Pixel Tablet was a Wi-Fi-only device, the Pixel Tablet 2 (codename ‘Clementine') will reportedly come in a cellular (Wi-Fi + 5G) variant featuring the new Exynos 5400 modem. Apparently, -based communication feature (). More service providers could be added later.
This emergency communications feature will be used for text messages in future Pixel devices. A special ‘Satellite Gateway' app will allow users to communicate with emergency services easily. They must use the Emergency SOS feature to connect to emergency services. Moreover, they need to hold the phone in a specific alignment and direction (to connect to satellite signals), and Google has developed animations to explain that to users.
The app will reportedly ask a few questions about the user's condition and situation. They are listed below:
After Apple launched the -based Emergency SOS feature, it was reported that the , especially since the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 supports the feature on a hardware level. However, the . Then, it was reported that the -based two-way communication, but even that .
However, the might have satellite-based two-way communication for Emergency SOS services and text messaging.
Author's Note: After the launch of the Galaxy S23, Samsung MX CEO TM Roh said that the ecosystem for satellite-based messaging and emergency services isn't mature yet. He said that the company will wait for the ecosystem to mature before bringing it to Galaxy phones. Since Android 15 has built-in support for the feature, the Galaxy S25 may finally have that feature. It also looks like a possibility as the Galaxy S25 is pegged to be a major launch for the South Korean firm.
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That's not the only Pixel that features the new modem. Even the Pixel Fold 2 and the Pixel Tablet 2 reportedly use Samsung's newer modem inside a new Tensor chipset.
Pixel 9, Pixel Fold 2, Pixel Tablet 2 to feature newer Exynos modem
According to a , the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel Fold 2, and Pixel Tablet 2 will use a new Tensor processor that features . This new modem is reportedly faster and more power-efficient than the , Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Fold. It also features support for 3GPP Rel. 17, which for satellite-based communication (such as text messaging) for emergency situations.
While the Pixel Tablet was a Wi-Fi-only device, the Pixel Tablet 2 (codename ‘Clementine') will reportedly come in a cellular (Wi-Fi + 5G) variant featuring the new Exynos 5400 modem. Apparently, -based communication feature (). More service providers could be added later.
This emergency communications feature will be used for text messages in future Pixel devices. A special ‘Satellite Gateway' app will allow users to communicate with emergency services easily. They must use the Emergency SOS feature to connect to emergency services. Moreover, they need to hold the phone in a specific alignment and direction (to connect to satellite signals), and Google has developed animations to explain that to users.
The app will reportedly ask a few questions about the user's condition and situation. They are listed below:
- What happened?
- [Are you/Are they/Is everyone] breathing?
- In total, how many people are [missing/trapped]?
- What best describes your situation?
- What is on fire?
- Are there weapons involved?
- What type of vehicle or vessel?
- Do any of these apply?
Could Galaxy S25 feature satellite connectivity for emergency situations?
After Apple launched the -based Emergency SOS feature, it was reported that the , especially since the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 supports the feature on a hardware level. However, the . Then, it was reported that the -based two-way communication, but even that .
However, the might have satellite-based two-way communication for Emergency SOS services and text messaging.
Author's Note: After the launch of the Galaxy S23, Samsung MX CEO TM Roh said that the ecosystem for satellite-based messaging and emergency services isn't mature yet. He said that the company will wait for the ecosystem to mature before bringing it to Galaxy phones. Since Android 15 has built-in support for the feature, the Galaxy S25 may finally have that feature. It also looks like a possibility as the Galaxy S25 is pegged to be a major launch for the South Korean firm.
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