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Samsung is preparing its Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 for Satellite messaging
The Android maker has been working on adopting satellite SMS capability for its Messages app. Samsung was in the news for bringing satellite connectivity with the Galaxy S23 series. But even after the launch of Galaxy S24 models beginning of this year, the respective technology was missing from the Galaxy devices. It appears that won’t be the case anymore! Now, some Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 users have started seeing satellite networks under the Settings menu for messaging in the US.
Some Galaxy S24, and Z Fold 6 users have started seeing satellite messaging feature
According to the information, Samsung has started rolling out the satellite messaging feature for the Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Fold 6 on T-Mobile in the US. Some of the latest Samsung Galaxy users on T-Mobile’s network in the US have started seeing the satellite messaging feature on their flagship phones.
You can find the satellite messaging feature by navigating to Settings >> Connections >> Satellite Networks. After beta testing begins, users on compatible phones can send and receive messages via satellite when they are off the grid and have no mobile network or Wi-Fi coverage.
Also, messages via satellite can help you connect with friends and family even when you are in a location with no mobile network or Wi-Fi coverage. For your information, let us tell you that the calling facility is not available via satellite. But if a mobile network is available around you, emergency calls can still be connected.
It’s worth noting that this feature isn’t available in all countries. It’s a carrier-specific offering that should technically work with any phone with LTE connectivity.
T-Mobile signed a deal with SpaceX in August 2022 to provide satellite connectivity facilities through the Starlink platform. However, T-Mobile and Starlink only support a few phone users who applied to test at the moment, and the good news is that this list also includes Samsung phones. Galaxy users claim that the new menu appeared on their phones after installing the December 2024 security update.
On the other hand, Samsung is preparing to launch its next Galaxy S series (Galaxy S25) at the Galaxy Unpacked event in January 2025. Meanwhile, we can expect Samsung to provide the Galaxy S25 series with a satellite connectivity feature.
Note:
- Satellite messaging may take longer and is available only in some areas.
- Weather and certain structures may affect your satellite connection.
- It may take some time for account changes to show in Settings. Contact T-Mobile for details.
After the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung has today resumed the rollout of One UI 7 based on the Android 15 update for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE. It is worth noting that the Korean tech giant had halted the rollout a few days ago due to a serious bug discovered in the initial update, so it is now rolling out a new firmware that will fix this issue.
Samsung has started rolling out the new One UI 7 update for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Z Fold 6, and Fold 6 SE. Initially available in South Korea, the new One UI 7 build will go live in more markets soon. This build is a more refined build than the initial build and includes fixes for system improvements.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, Z Fold 6, and Fold 6 SE users can recognize it by the build number ending with BYD9.
Your Galaxy foldable device might have also received the new build. But you can check for the update manually in Settings > Software update. Click on Download and install so that your phone can receive the new OTA.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has now appeared on Geekbench, revealing that the company is carrying out pre-launch tests and preparations for its new device. The latest listing also solves the chipset mystery that has been in rumours for a long time.
According to the Geekbench 6.4 listing, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 US variant with model number SM-F966U achieved 3022 points on single-core and 9307 points on multi-core tests.
The US variant of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has appeared on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Also, the phone is expected to run on Android 16-based One UI 8 operating system
Being a flagship folding handset, all these things sound quite good. Nevertheless, the actual performance will only be known once the device is officially launched in the consumer market. Inputs reveal that the chipset is clocked at 3.53 GHz base frequency.
Apart from this, the Korean tech giant can launch the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 around July this year. Also, an affordable flip model can also be introduced along with both the devices.
Samsung halted the One UI 7 rollout for the Galaxy S24 series a few days ago, as a serious bug was found in the initial firmware. Samsung has resumed the rollout of the One UI 7-based Android 15 update for the Galaxy S24 series today, which should fix the issue.
The new One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones can be verified through One UI build version with S921NKSU4BYD9, S926NKSU4BYD9, and S928NKSU4BYD9.
The latest beta update fixes issues that users encountered in the initial One UI 7 update to provide a better experience. According to the changelog, the update brings functional improvements or new functions.
As always, this update includes the latest versions of many stock apps. This ensures improved functionality and a smoother experience on your Galaxy S24 smartphone.
Changelog:
Stabilization code applied
- A stabilization code related to terminal operation has been applied.
Generally, software upgrades may include the following, but the contents may vary depending on the customer environment, such as model, region, and telecommunications carrier.
- Improved terminal stability and bug fixes
- Functional improvements or the addition of new functions
- Improved terminal performance
If you received the One UI 7 update notificationon your Galaxy S24 series in Korea, install the latest update via Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
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