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T-Mobile Starlink satellite messaging beta on a Samsung phone open to anyone in US
Since last month, some Galaxy smartphone users on T-Mobile’s network in the US have started getting access to Starlink satellite messaging. Now, T-Mobile has opened Starlink satellite messaging Beta up to everyone in the US for Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets, which means Verizon and AT&T customers can try it out too.
T-Mobile Starlink satellite messaging Beta testing is free and open to anyone on a Samsung Galaxy phone in the US
The T-Mobile Starlink beta gives Galaxy users text-only messaging through their phone’s native messaging app. This means you can send and receive standard text-based messages, including texts to 911. In a nutshell, this new feature allows people to send and receive messages directly via satellite connection when there is no cellular reception nearby.
In the future, the feature will also include picture messaging, data services, and voice calling It is worth mentioning that the best part of this beta program is that they are making it available to everyone for free.
The T-Mobile Starlink beta allows you to be one of the first to experience satellite-to-mobile connectivity for free until July 2025. Once the free beta ends, customers on T-Mobile’s Go5G Next plan will continue to have free access to the service, while customers on other plans will be able to add it for $15 per month. Additionally, Verizon and AT&T customers will be able to use it for $20 per month.
It’s worth noting that users don’t need to adjust any settings manually. When their Samsung Galaxy phone is out of range of a cell tower, it will automatically connect to the T-Mobile Starlink network.
Compatible phones are
The T-Mobile Starlink beta program page has also confirmed that the service works on many smartphones released in the last four years, so most Samsung Galaxy phones released during this period will work. In addition, the company has confirmed that these devices will work with T-Mobile Starlink beta,
- Apple iPhone 14 and later (including Plus, Pro & Pro Max)
- Google Pixel 9 (including Pro, Pro Fold, & Pro XL)
- Motorola 2024 and later (including razr, razr+, edge and g series)
- Samsung Galaxy A14, A15, A16, A35, A53, A54
- Samsung Galaxy S21 and later (including Plus, Ultra and Fan Edition)
- Samsung Galaxy X Cover6 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and later
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and later
- REVVL 7 (including Pro)
Register for the Starlink beta program
The Samsung Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A36 are the latest additions to the Galaxy A family. The productive smartphone has gained more popularity than its predecessors. But it doesn’t reflect that the company has forgotten about the older gadgets. At this moment, the July 2025 update has started making its way to the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A36 in Europe and the US, respectively.
Samsung Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A36 users can identify the July 2025 security update via the mentioned One UI A556BXXS9BYF3 and A366USQS3AYG1, respectively, build versions. So, if you are a Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A36 user, then this latest update is all yours.
Talking about the new firmware, the update works on improving the operating skills of some system applications. It stabilizes the functioning of the apps so that they can work more coherently.
Further, it provides an updated security patch released in July 2025 that solely targets the security improvements in the device. Consequently, it fixes around 1 critical and 21 high-level CVEs in the security system. Thus, you will discover a more reliable and secure system after feeding this update to your handset.
For installing the thoughtful update, users can visit Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. From here, follow the on-screen instructions to conduct a fruitful installation. However, make sure to have a space of 300MB on your device to store the latest firmware.
Following Korea, Samsung has started releasing the July 2025 security patch for the Galaxy S25 series smartphone. The update is currently rolling out in some US network carrier including locked models on AT&T, and the company will expand it soon to more countries.
Galaxy S25 July 2025 patch
Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra users with One UI builds S931USQS5AYE7, S936USQS5AYE7, and S938USQS5AYE7 can confirm the July 2025 security patch.
One UI 8 has been under beta testing for the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra for a long time. Earlier, three builds had been released, showing that the company is soon to release a major stable update for this device. While the company has not officially confirmed the release date, the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy S25 series is expected to roll out soon.
Right now, users of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series smartphone can download the July 2025 security update, making their device ready for future updates. Notably, the July 2025 security patch addresses 1 critical and 21 high-level CVEs impacting the Android operating system. However, two of these CVEs are not applicable to Galaxy devices.
In addition to the patches provided by Google, Samsung has introduced 17 SVE items to enhance the user experience. The latest security update enhances system security and stability by addressing several issues related to Knox security, Galaxy Watch system interface, Samsung Account, Wi-Fi passwords, Bluetooth, Emergency SOS, and more.
To check for software updates manually, go to your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will find the Software Update section, just open it. In the submenu, if your Galaxy receives a new OTA, you need to click on the Download and Install button.
It’s a surprise because Samsung is rolling out a brand new software update for the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 series with July 2025 system improvements. This is the latest improvement for the amazing flagship and one of the most significant releases from the company.
Samsung is releasing firmware versions S90xNKSS7FYG1 and S91xNKSS6DYG1 for the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 series, accompanied by a downloadable package of 437 megabytes. According to the changelog, the phone is shipping new system improvements for a better user experience in certain situations.
The latest firmware only brings a security patch released in July 2025. Apart from this, you will not find any other additional information in the changelog. But the new patch aims to improve the current state of the phone and make it more reliable for users.
Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 series are receiving the July 2025 software update with the latest system improvements in phases. Therefore, the release may take some time to reach all of the users. However, we suggest all of you to check this firmware manually via Settings.
You can download the latest improvements for your device via Settings > Software update > Download and Install.
These software rollouts explain that Huawei keeps on improving its old, mid-range, and flagship handsets with new enhancements. We are also keeping an eye on the next major software update, possibly One UI 8 for the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 series smartphones.
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