Vodafone has demonstrated the capabilities of a new satellite network by making what it calls the “world’s first” satellite video call, albeit with some caveats. The company used partner AST SpaceMobile‘s BlueBird satellites specifically designed to transmit 4G/5G mobile broadband signals from space. That technology will give users broadband cellular capability with any 4G/5G smartphone in remote areas lacking traditional mobile coverage.
In its demonstration, Vodafone Group’s chief executive Margherita Della Valle explained that the BlueBird satellites can connect directly with a regular smartphone, then transmit the
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