- Tech News & Insight
- February 3, 2025
- Hema Kadia
Vodafone has completed the world's first satellite-based video call using a standard 4G or 5G smartphoneโno special hardware required. This milestone, achieved with AST SpaceMobile, demonstrates the power of direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity. By 2026, Vodafone plans to roll out this service commercially across Europe, bridging mobile coverage gaps in rural and remote regions. Learn how this technology is set to redefine mobile broadband and global communication.