Iridium partners with Qualcomm to enable satellite messaging in smartphones via Snapdragon Satellite

Iridium Communications Inc.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon Satellite solution will use Iridium's global satellite constellation.
Emergency messaging and texting from anywhere with open sky; debut in premium Android smartphones H2 2023.
Agreement aims to support satellite services across multiple smartphone brands, not just one manufacturer.
Potential expansion to other consumer devices and vehicles.
CEO Desch: 'serving the smartphone industry horizontally' and enabling future applications.

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