Verizon to Launch Satellite Messaging for Android Phones This Fall

New service will offer emergency text and location sharing at no extra cost, expanding to general texting next year.

Verizon partners with Skylo to provide satellite-enabled emergency messaging for compatible Android phones.
Service will be available on Google Pixel Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 devices initially.
No additional costs for the service, which works outside cell tower coverage.
General text messaging via satellite to be introduced in 2025.
Verizon also invests in AST SpaceMobile for future satellite connectivity services.