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Reports Link Galaxy S26 to Satellite Voice Calls as Samsung Details Exynos Modem 5410

Samsung's Release 17 modem pairs satellite NTN with 5G in one chip.

Overview

  • Reporting indicates Samsung intends to offer full satellite voice calling on the Galaxy S26 rather than limiting the feature to emergency texts.
  • Samsung says its Exynos Modem 5410 supports non‑terrestrial networks and 5G under 3GPP Release 17 with NR dual connectivity across FR1 and FR2 up to 14.79Gbps.
  • The company highlights a 4nm EUV process aimed at lowering standby power for satellite connections.
  • Leaked details suggest the modem integrates LTE Direct‑to‑Cell, NB‑IoT NTN, and NR NTN to cover voice, low‑bandwidth telemetry, and higher‑rate data.
  • Availability is uncertain, as Samsung has not announced which carriers, regions, models, or pricing tiers will support satellite calling.