Update from September 3, 2025:
Skylo has introduced Voice Gateway for mobile network operators (MNOs) to integrate into their core networks to enable voice calling services. While Verizon's collaboration for satellite voice calling has not been confirmed, Skylo anticipates commercial adoption by next year. Regulatory approvals are in place for MNOs to begin implementation in regions such as the US, Canada, Europe, South America, and Australia/New Zealand.
–Skylo spokesperson, September 2025
Verizon, a key partner of Skylo, has yet to initiate testing or implementation of satellite voice calling, suggesting a delay in providing this feature to its customers.
The original story follows below:
Verizon customers may soon have the option to utilize satellite voice calling through Skylo, although an official announcement regarding this capability has not been made by either company. Skylo recently achieved the first satellite call, and its ongoing partnership with Verizon hints at potential future developments in this space.
The article further discusses the possibility of satellite calling giving Verizon a competitive edge over T-Mobile, highlighting the potential impact of this feature on the telecommunications industry.
Verizon's network is expected to be among the first to offer satellite calling, limited to devices supporting NB-NTN technology such as the Pixel 9, Pixel 10, and Galaxy S25.
The voice calling feature is set to roll out in the coming year, with comparisons to T-Mobile's T-Satellite service and the competitive landscape in satellite communications.
