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Vodafone Makes History with First Satellite Video Call

1/30/2025

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Vodafone has made history by successfully conducting the first satellite video call using standard 4G/5G smartphones in a remote part of Wales. This groundbreaking achievement paves the way for a commercial launch later this year in Europe, promising to bridge connectivity gaps and deliver seamless mobile broadband without the need for specialized devices.

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Vodafone has made history by successfully conducting the first satellite video call using standard 4G/5G smartphones in a remote part of Wales. This groundbreaking achievement paves the way for a commercial launch later this year in Europe, promising to bridge connectivity gaps and deliver seamless mobile broadband without the need for specialized devices.