Overview

• At launch the capability is exclusive to the Pixel 10 lineup running Android 16, with broader Android availability dependent on manufacturer updates and participating providers.
• The feature enables making and receiving WhatsApp calls when neither cellular service nor Wi‑Fi is available by establishing a satellite data connection.
• Google identifies operational limits, including the need to be outdoors with a clear view of the sky and the possibility of delays, restrictions or temporary unavailability.
• Terms shown in Google’s announcement note that additional charges may apply and that service works only with participating providers.
• Beyond calling, Pixel 10 users can share location via Google Maps and Find Hub over satellite, and the new Pixel Watch 4 introduces satellite emergency support in a limited regional rollout.