Starlink Direct to Cell Italy reached a milestone when Fastweb and Starlink completed Italy's first satellite video call using a normal 4G smartphone in the Umbrian Apennines.
Starlink Mobile Madrid Wildfire Relief provides free satellite connectivity for wildfire-affected regions near Madrid, allowing compatible LTE smartphones to send SMS messages through Starlink satellites when terrestrial networks are unavailable.
The successful testing of Starlink Direct to Cell Zambia marks a historic milestone for satellite-to-mobile connectivity in Africa. Through a partnership between MTN Zambia and Starlink, the first data session and fintech transaction were transmitted using satellite communication and existing LTE devices. The technology enables smartphones to access voice, messaging, and data services in remote areas where traditional networks are unavailable, paving the way for expanded digital connectivity across Zambia and beyond.
Starlink Mobile satellite emergency alerts represent a major advancement in disaster communication technology. Through the collaboration between MediaTek and Starlink, smartphones equipped with satellite-capable modems can receive critical warnings from systems such as CMAS, WEA, and ETWS even outside traditional cellular coverage. Demonstrated at Mobile World Congress 2026, the technology highlights how satellite-to-mobile connectivity could transform global emergency communication and help protect communities during natural disasters.
