Pixel 9 to Get Support for Satellite Connectivity, in Addition to a New Modem – Phandroid

The Pixel leaks just keep on coming – shortly after several images showing the supposed Pixel 8a color variants were shared online, it looks like another tidbit of pre-launch information has once again made rounds online. This time however, the new leaks reveals some information about the Pixel 9.

Posting on Twitter, tech informant @Za_Raczke states that will feature a new modem, in addition to satellite connectivity. More specifically, the Pixel 9 is expected to come with the Samsung Modem 5400 via the Tensor G4 chip, which is expected to be a significant upgrade over previous Samsung modems that Google has used in the past.

leak 🥵🥵🥵: the Pixel 9 series is getting a new modem and support for emergency satellite connectivity – see it now on @AndroidAuth https://t.co/ROHFPfLlel

— kamila 🌸🏳️‍⚧️ (@Za_Raczke) April 14, 2024

It should be noted that Google’s Tensor-powered smartphones have been notorious among users for spotty connectivity, which included issues with both cellular and Wifi signals. Many have blamed this on the Samsung-made modems in the phones.

As for satellite connectivity, it’s stated that this year’s Pixel flagships will be the first to natively come with Android’s satellite-communication feature, which will be initially provided in partnership with both T-Mobile and SpaceX. However, the feature will only allow messaging in addition to a “Satellite Gateway” app for reaching out to communication services.

Source: Android Authority