Key takeaways of zdnet
- T-satellite now supports MMS on selected Android devices.
- Send images, voice notes and short videos via satellite.
- Satellite data support for customized apps is coming in October 2025.
T-Mobile satellite service, T-satellite, quietly upgraded to a more competent off-grid communication equipment. Originally to handle basic SMS, service now supports full MMS messaging on select Android devices.
Send pictures, voice notes and videos
When losing cell service, your phone should switch automatically to the satellite link. You will see T-Mobile and SpaceX logo, which indicates a solid connection, and from there you can start texting, send images and record voice notes.
Our Ziff Davis Sister Site PCMAG Keep the MMS on the T-Satalite for testing and said that you need a clear view of the sky and should not expect a tower-like speed. Nevertheless, you can send images, audio and even small video files in a few minutes.
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The new capacity works on the Samsung and Motorola handset to clearly start – just open your default message app on a supported phone, select attached pictures or attach the file, and then send your JPG, GIF, Voice Clip, or Videos. It may take 20 minutes to transmit the video for a long time, but the effect of the battery on your device looks modest.
Satellite data is coming for apps
Beyond MMS, T-Mobile has teased a broad “satellite data” feature for customized apps. Coming in October 2025, third-party apps such as WhatsApp, Aqueder and X will be able to send data to the starlinks allegedly.
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“We are also rolling out pictures and voice messaging to select the equipment and will continue to add more in the coming months,” Reads T-Mobile website“Next, we will distribute satellite data to customized apps, and continue to add more features.”
How to try t-satellite
The ability to transmit real-time information via images, audio and app data is a compelling reason to try T-Satellite if you are not already. The service is now usually available across the US, including Puerto Rico, Hawaii and parts of Southern Alaska.
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If you are beyond the top-level experience of T-Mobile or about the next plan, the T-satellite comes without any additional cost. All other people including AT&T and Verizon customers who want to sign up, It can be added here for $ 10 per month.
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