Vodafone idea (Sixth) On Wednesday, announced a strategic partnership with a US-based satellite technology company AST Spacemobile to introduce direct-to-device satellite broadband connectivity in India. With the move, the telecom provider aims to expand the broadband-based cellular access to places with challenging areas, where the deployment of terrestrial infrastructure is difficult. Taking advantage of the Satellite Technology Company’s Spasmobile Satellite System, new service will be connected directly to the smartphone without special software, firmware updates or the need for device support.
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In a press noteVI said that AST spacemobile’s space-based cellular broadband ecosystem has expanded its terrestrial connectivity telecom services to provide voice and video calls, data streaming and internet access to challenging places and unrelated areas across India.
This will enable users to reach 4G and 5G services directly through an ecosystem of space-based satellites. In particular, service is not a replacement for cellular services, but will complement the existing terrestrial network.
According to VI, its direct-to-device-based broadband connectivity aligns with the country’s Digital India initiative. Strategic partnership AST Spacesmobile will see, construction and management of satellites’ planetarium, while telecom operator will ensure terrestrial network integration, operating spectrum and market access.
“As satellite-based mobile access becomes a reality in India, we are eager to introduce seamless and flexible connectivity in a new era”, VI Chief Marketing Officer Avnesh Khosla said in a statement.
In particular, spacemobile satellite system is one Satellite-based cellular broadband network It is designed for both commercial and government applications. It uses a low-earth class satellite constellation to provide services, enables users to reach their network in remote areas without any amendment in the device. Cellular service providers do not need to switch to use this service. Instead, it works with telecom operators to provide an alternative connectivity option where traditional cell-site coverage is limited or not available.
In addition to direct-to-device satellite broadband connectivity, VI and AST Spacemobile will also collaborate on commercial projects for consumers, enterprises, IOT (Internet of Things) and other fields.