Samsung Expands Satellite Connectivity for Galaxy S26 and Flagship Devices
Samsung Electronics has announced a significant expansion of its satellite communication services. The Galaxy S26 series leads this expansion because it incorporates non terrestrial network (NTN) capabilities that enable connections in regions without standard cellular networks. The emergency response and messaging and data services of this initiative serve as the foundation for Samsung's AI infrastructure development.
Samsung uses a multi carrier approach throughout the United States to establish safety and data accessibility.
- T Mobile The Galaxy devices that launched after the S21 series can use T Satellite with Starlink to send texts and access data services.
- Verizon The Galaxy S25 and later flagship devices now enable users to send emergency SOS messages through eSOS and use satellite text messaging.
- AT&T Development is underway to bring satellite capabilities to Galaxy devices for AT&T customers.
The 2026 European expansion will include active services and technical testing of new services.
- United Kingdom Virgin Media O2 has launched satellite communication support for select Galaxy smartphones.
- Spain Samsung will begin joint satellite connectivity trials with MasOrange starting in March 2026.
- Germany and Global Vodafone partnership efforts are currently expanding these capabilities through their regional networks.
Japan's satellite infrastructure combines advanced elements which include specialized systems for issuing safety alerts.
- KDDI Supports text, data, and the critical Earthquake and Tsunami Warning System (ETWS) for Galaxy S22 and newer models.
- NTT docomo and SoftBank Starting in 2026, satellite capabilities will be available for select flagship and Galaxy A series devices.
- Rakuten Mobile The company is currently implementing Galaxy hardware compatibility through a gradual rollout process.
Samsung executives have declared that satellite connectivity now serves as an essential connection method for all communication needs. The 2026 environment requires dependable network access which is essential for achieving seamless AI performance. The company constructed an essential infrastructure that consists of flagship models and specific Galaxy A series devices to deliver uninterrupted connectivity for both essential communication and sophisticated AI driven applications across all geographic areas.
The availability of these features depends on regional regulations and specific carrier rollout schedules combined with the One UI version which the device supports.
