MWC 2023: MediaTek to showcase satellite connectivity technology

Chipset manufacturer MediaTek has announced that it will demonstrate its innovative 3GPP Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) technology at the upcoming tech show MWC 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. The Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) technology brings two-way satellite communications to smartphones. The first smartphones with MediaTek’s satellite connectivity are also launching, with more devices to be unveiled in the coming months. Additionally, MediaTek will also be sharing a sneak peek of its next-generation 5G New Radio NTN (NR-NTN) technology for the next wave of satellite-enabled devices.

With satellite-enabled smartphones, consumers can stay in touch when they are hiking, driving in secluded areas, on a boat, or in other situations where there has traditionally been no connectivity; this will not only provide users with peace of mind, but also enable them to request assistance in emergency situations.