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How Satellite Messaging works on the Galaxy S25 on Verizon
Samsung worked with Qualcomm to bring satellite messaging to the Galaxy S25 series. In addition, the latest Galaxy S series phones that begin shipping today (February 7) will give Verizon customers free access to Skylo Technologies’ satellite messaging and location-sharing service.
Verizon has teamed up with Skylo to introduce satellite connectivity features on Samsung’s recently launched Galaxy S25 series and Google Pixel 9 series. Now, Skylo has explained how the Satellite Messaging feature works on Samsung Galaxy S25 phones and revealed the differences between satellite functionality on Galaxy and Pixel phones.
The Galaxy S25 models use the Snapdragon 8 Elite, which includes the Snapdragon X80 5G modem-RF system, while the Pixel 9 is equipped with the Samsung Exynos 5400 modem to support a Satellite Messaging system.
Skylo’s global marketing head Pete Saladino told Mobile World Live that both the Galaxy S25 and Pixel 9 phones will seek satellite connectivity through the firm’s software layer when they lose terrestrial reception.
Saladino explained that the emergency SOS service had three main features:
- The ability to connect with emergency services
- The ability to share the user’s locations with Garmin’s emergency response service
- The ability to send/receive texts with Garmin’s response service.
Specifically, the service will ask Galaxy S25 series owners to stand outside with a clear view of the sky to ensure proper satellite connectivity. Also, it will ask users about their emergency situation and request more information.
It is worth noting that the first message takes about three to four seconds to send, while subsequent responses from the provider should take five or six seconds.
According to a Qualcomm blog post during the launch, the Galaxy S25 series is the first Android device to feature Snapdragon Satellite Messaging, which allows consumers to send and receive messages via low-Earth orbit satellites (narrowband NTN), supported natively in the Android OS.
Samsung has started expanding One UI 8 Beta to Galaxy S25 devices, allowing users to enjoy new features and enhancements ahead of an official release. Meanwhile, the company is also rolling out the June 2025 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones.
Samsung’s June 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 is currently available in Europe, and the company will expand it soon to more countries. The fresh update installs the latest Android security patch released in June 2025 to improve system security.
June 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 can be identified via One UI build version F731BXXS5EYF1 and F946BXXS5EYF1, respectively. It is an initial rollout, so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
It is worth noting that this update is based on Android 15 and One UI 7. Users of these devices will get the One UI 8 update in the coming months. Samsung has not confirmed these smartphones for beta, so it is possible that users may get the stable update directly.
You can download the latest security update to prepare your device for future updates. For this, you just need to tap on Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
Samsung June 2025 Security Patch Details
Samsung’s March 2025 security update brings critical fixes for more than 55 vulnerabilities found in older versions of the software. Google patched 36 high-level security issues. This month’s Android patch does not fix any critical or moderate labeled CVEs.
Samsung has also targeted 19 specific security vulnerabilities and exposures (SVEs), including issues related to the camera, AudioService, Samsung Cloud for Galaxy Watch, ThemeManager, ScreenCapture for Galaxy Watch, fingerprint trustlet, Bluetooth, and increasing the overall security of its devices.
Samsung has pushed the June 2025 security update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy S21 FE smartphones. This update is currently rolling out for some carrier-locked devices in the US, and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
Users of the Galaxy S21 series can identify the June 2025 security update through One UI build versions given below.
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 FE (Exynos) – G990USQSHHYF4
Samsung is rolling out a new software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. This update also optimizes system stability to provide seamless and uninterrupted functionality on your device.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series smartphone users can install the latest update to enhance the security and stability of their devices. You can download the update via Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
Samsung June 2025 Security Patch Details
According to SMR, Samsung’s June 2025 security update addresses 36 high-level Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) provided by Google. In addition to the Android patch, Samsung has included 19 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items in the June 2025 patch. These fixes are aimed at boosting the overall security and stability of Galaxy devices.
On the other hand, Samsung confirmed to unveil the One UI 8 stable update along with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 smartphones in July 2025. The company is currently testing the One UI 8 features on the Galaxy S25 series with the beta program.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are ready to make their debut, and in the meantime, we got our hands on the leaked price for this lineup. Yes, a new listing is appearing online, which has revealed the cost rate of the upcoming foldable models.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 price leaked
According to the new inputs, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 should be priced the same as the Z Fold 6 at launch, i.e. €1,999 for 256GB, €2,119 for 512GB, and €2,359 for 1TB. Furthermore, in Europe, the 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be €100 cheaper than its predecessor and will be available for €1,099 instead of €1,199. The 512GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 variant should cost €1,219 instead of €1,319.
In short, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will likely retain its price in Europe compared to the 2024 model, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 should be cheaper than the Flip 6 at launch.
The Galaxy Fold 7 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite globally, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will feature the Exynos 2500. Moreover, Android 16-based One UI 8 will come pre-installed on both foldable phones, with Samsung already teasing the exceptional Galaxy AI upgrade.
The Korean tech giant is all set to launch its new foldable phones, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 at the Galaxy Unpacked event on 9 July 2025. You can now pre-reserve your new Galaxy phone and Samsung is offering some great rewards for doing so.
When you pre-reserve from Samsung, you get more than just a phone. Enjoy free delivery, trade-in discounts, price promises, and Samsung rewards. So don’t wait, pre-reserve and enjoy rewards for showing interest in Samsung’s next big thing.
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