Why is satellite connectivity becoming such a critical theme for mobile operators worldwide? @CCSInsight's research highlights a few important points: 👉 Helping users remain connected with satellite is a new revenue opportunity. 👉 Ubiquitous connectivity is one of the pillars for 6G. 👉 Consumers & governments will come to expect these safety features. 👉 Standards-based solutions are key, MNOs should get started today.

@tele2group becomes the first Swedish operator to launch satellite IoT connectivity with Skylo🛰️. The @tele2iot IoT service ensures IoT devices stay connected even when traditional mobile coverage is out of reach, providing reliable connectivity across remote and hard-to-reach areas🌎.

@SoracomIoT announces General Availability of its integrated satellite IoT connectivity solution with Skylo. This marks the transition to full General Availability for Soracom customers in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania, enabling commercial deployment of hybrid IoT solutions that seamlessly combine terrestrial cellular and satellite-based connectivity under unified management.

Skylo certifies the #Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform as we continue to expand our relationship. This industry-leading processor announced today includes the @Qualcomm X85 5G Modem-RF with an advanced architecture allowing OEMs to create next-gen 5G Advanced services including NTN satellite communications 🌎🛰️.

The connectivity gap is closing. Fast. Each week, thousands of new users are sending their first-ever Satellite SMS 🛰️📲. No extra hardware. Just the phone in your pocket. Connect with your friends and family wherever you go with Skylo 🌐.

Ever been in a cellular "dead zone" and just needed to send a quick text? Satellite SMS is now an essential tool of daily life📱🛰️. Our network data shows this shift clearly: repeat users send an average of 9 Satellite SMS text messages when they are on our network. It’s about more than just emergencies; it’s about connection 🌐.

@deutschetelekom Satellite Day sets the standard for bringing the whole industry together to explore the current state and future potential of direct-to-handset 📲 satellite connectivity🛰️. A few key insights: 🌐 Satellite connectivity is powering the “Telco of the Future” as a perfect complement to terrestrial mobile networks – enabling resilient, secure and global IoT connectivity 🌎. 🌐 The convergence of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTN) is shaping the future of automotive connectivity as well 🚘, enhancing real-time communication and safety. 🌐 @DT_IoT has engineered a way to manage both your satellite and cellular connectivity on the same platform for truly hybrid connectivity. We were proud to participate with Parthsarathi Trivedi contributing on panel sessions discussing Direct-to-Handset Opportunities and Automotive Connectivity Excellence. Tarun Gupta, Satender Yadav, and Nisha Malhan also contributed their experience building real-world solutions that are scaling worldwide today. Thank you to Deutsche Telekom, Deutsche Telekom IoT, Claudia Nemat, Antje Williams, Jens Olejak, and Dominic Richter.

@CNET: Pixel Watch 4 First Look, Google Just Raised the Bar.

Pixel Watch 4 LTE is the first-ever smartwatch with standalone emergency satellite communications⌚🛰️. It can connect you to emergency services 🚒🧑‍🚒 through a series of geo-stationary satellites, dispatching help to your location, even when you’re off the grid. Here’s how the Pixel Watch team at @madebygoogle reconfigured complex emergency communications systems for a brand new form on your wrist:

Over 50% of emergency incidents occur on weekends when our customers are most active, highlighting the critical importance of enhanced connectivity. With Skylo, you can explore with peace of mind and the assurance that our connectivity will be there for you in 36 countries around the world. 🧳🌎