Why is iPhone 14’s Satellite Connection Not Available on Android?

Introducing the new iPhone 14 series on September 8, Apple, with this new series, did not make any physical changes, especially in the entry models. However, the connection features of the devices included features that opened a new page in the smartphone world. Apple iPhone 14s in the US without SIM card slot on sale, however satellite emergency communication system brought it to life.

This new technology, where users can perform their emergency communications in cases where they do not have internet and cellular connection, in the US and Canada in November will be put into service. Although Apple did not officially announce the hardware that provides this service on the day of the launch, that information was shared this weekend.

What makes the iPhone 14 have satellite link support?

According to the news of Reuters; In the iPhone 14 series, the hardware that enables communication via satellite, Qualcomm’s X65 modem it happened. Oddly enough, this modem is also included in many high-end Android phones these days. So what is the reason why Apple offers the satellite connection feature and Android manufacturers do not?

The answer to this question was partially given by Apple, who made a statement to Reuters. In the statement it shared, Apple also announced the same time as the Qualcomm X65 modem. It also develops its own radio frequency components and software. shared. In addition, Apple has also made an agreement for the satellite infrastructure managed by Globalstar in order to use the satellite feature.

Qualcomm’s X65 modem supports the frequency called “band n53” as well as 5G connectivity. The band in question is also managed by Globalstar. Thanks to this band support, iPhone phones can stay in contact with satellites in the sky.

So, will the same feature come to Android?

A few days before Apple introduced the new iPhone 14 series, an important statement came from Google. Android Senior Vice President Hiroshi Lockheimer has announced that the next Android version, namely Android 14 will have built-in satellite support had explained. This will pave the way for satellite connection support on Android devices, and other necessary additions will be covered by the manufacturers. So yes, we may start seeing the satellite link on Android devices very soon.