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Verizon and AST SpaceMobile have signed a definitive commercial agreement to provide direct-to-cellular service.
The direct-to-cellular service provided by Verizon and AST SpaceMobile is scheduled to be available next year.
The new direct-to-cellular service will enhance Verizon's network.
The collaborative effort aims to build a seamlessly connected world by integrating Verizon's terrestrial network with AST SpaceMobile's space-based technology.
The agreement extends the scope of Verizon's 850 MHz premium low-band spectrum into areas of the U.S. that would benefit from space-based broadband technology.
A Verizon smartphone in Texas placed a crystal-clear Voice over LTE (VoLTE) call via an AST SpaceMobile BlueBird satellite to another Verizon device in New Jersey.
The agreement between AST SpaceMobile and Verizon is focused on delivering space-based cellular broadband coverage across the continental United States.
Verizon's collaboration with AST SpaceMobile will integrate Verizon's terrestrial mobile network, its premium 850 MHz low-band spectrum, and AST SpaceMobile's next-generation satellite constellation in low Earth orbit.
Verizon and AST SpaceMobile had previously announced a strategic partnership last year.
Verizon announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile for direct communication services from satellites to mobile phones on October 8.
Verizon successfully conducted clear VoLTE (Voice over LTE) calls from a smartphone in Texas to another Verizon smartphone in New Jersey via AST SpaceMobile satellites.
Verizon and AST SpaceMobile will provide satellite to smartphone connection services starting in 2026.
Verizon customers will be able to use voice calls, video calls, and data communication via satellite outside the area of ground base stations.
The combination of Verizon’s terrestrial mobile network and AST SpaceMobile’s space-based cellular network in LEO is planned to enable cellular customers to stay connected everywhere.
Verizon has formalized a commercial agreement with AST SpaceMobile to provide direct-to-cell services to its customers starting in 2026.
AST SpaceMobile has signed a definitive commercial agreement with Verizon to provide Direct-to-Cellular service starting in 2026.
The AST SpaceMobile service will enhance Verizon's network and connectivity for its customers.
Verizon and AST SpaceMobile have conducted video call trials together and tested two-way RCS messaging and voice over LTE calls.
Verizon promoted its direct-to-cell service with an ad campaign featuring astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
The partnership with Verizon aims to deliver space-based cellular broadband coverage across the continental United States.