Samsung has announced its modem that will enable communication via satellite, which we will begin to see in its new phones. According to the statement shared by Samsung, the modem will offer much more than the technology Apple uses.
Continuing to focus on communication technologies Samsungannounced its new technology that will enable communication, especially in areas far from settlements. “Standardized 5G non-terrestrial networks modem” it happened.
Samsung will integrate its new modem, which enables direct communication via satellites, into the Exynos chipsets used in smartphones and other devices. In this way, communication will be established via satellite with a 5G connection, and it will be a basis for the future of the Internet of Things.
What are non-terrestrial networks (NTN)?
NTN is a system that allows communication to be made via satellites or any non-land-based vehicle, such as mountainous areas and the middle of the ocean. where communication is limited or nonexistent It is technology that makes communication possible.
In addition, NTN technology can be used in areas where major disasters occur. through vehicles such as drones It can also enable communication.
What will Samsung’s NTN offer?
With the modem that Samsung will place in the Exynos chipsets that it will launch in the future, Samsung will bring opportunities such as two-way messaging, high-quality image and video transmission into our lives thanks to NTN, even at points where communication is impossible today.
Didn’t Apple make communication via satellite possible before?
Yes, communication via satellite, where the phone did not receive, entered our lives with the iPhone 14 series. Apple was also a first in this regard. With an agreement with Omnispace, the company had its phones connected to the satellite.
But unlike Samsung, Apple activated this technology for emergency use only. Samsung’s technology, on the other hand, aims to enable daily use as well as emergencies.
Is there any initiative in this regard in Turkey?
Yes there is. in last September Turkcellon non-terrestrial networks ASELSAN had signed an agreement with The cooperation included joint work on the integration of new generation communication technologies and terrestrial networks that can be used on low and medium orbit satellites.
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