Imagine being lost in the desert, hiking in the Himalayas, or stuck on a remote highway — no signal, no Wi-Fi… and yet, you’re still able to make a WhatsApp call.
Sounds like sci-fi? Well, Google just made it real with the Pixel 10 series.
Starting August 28, the Pixel 10 lineup (Pixel 10, 10 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold) will become the first smartphones in the world to let you make WhatsApp voice and video calls via satellite. Yes, not just SOS texts — actual calls!
A demo shared by Google shows a Pixel 10 receiving a WhatsApp video call with a tiny satellite icon glowing in the status bar. The call connects smoothly — no towers, no broadband, just a direct handshake with the skies.
Until now, Apple and Samsung only used satellites for emergencies. But Google has broken that barrier, turning the satellite into a real communication lifeline for everyday apps.
The catch?
- Works only with select carriers (for now)
- May come with extra charges
- Rolls out in the US first (India and other countries will get it later)
- WhatsApp text over satellite? Still a mystery.
Why it matters:
- Adventurers, trekkers, travelers → No more “network nahi hai” moments.
- Disaster zones or rural areas → Connectivity when it’s needed most.
- Everyday users → A peek at the future of phones where satellites back up the internet.
The Pixel 10 isn’t just another smartphone — it’s your first pocket-sized satellite communicator.