If you live in a rural area of the UK, you may soon be able to use your phone for satellite phones, messages and other standard data usage. On Tuesday, ofcom, a telecom regulator in the United States, Suggested use Direct to equipment satellite technology Connecting people in the UK’s “most rural and hard to reach” such as mountainous areas and remote villages.
Ofcom See The technology complements traditional networks and is designed to provide 100% mobile coverage in the UK. Regulators say the technology can also provide backup coverage during interruptions, serve vessels and passengers in coastal waters without connections and provide emergency 999 services in remote areas (911 edition of the UK).
In January, BT Vodafone The world’s first satellite video call using a standard phone On the remote hills of West Wales.
Regarding regulatory details, OFCOM recommends modifying the existing mobile spectroscopy license to target the frequencies (below 3 GHz) already used by cellular providers. However, regulators also offer alternatives, including introducing new satellite service licenses, or allowing the use of licenses when certain conditions are met. Regardless of the specific policy approach, Ofcom said it will be accompanied by strict conditions to avoid disturbing existing spectrum users in the UK and overseas.
OFCOM will open consultation periods with stakeholders from now until May 20. Based on feedback received, it can begin authorizing direct access to the device later this year.
The iPhone 14 series is the first standard phone Provide emergency messages directly to health. In iOS 18, Apple expands functionality beyond crisis To any situation where you leave the grid. this Samsung Galaxy S25 series and Google Pixel 9 recent Added similar features.
