SIM cards were once the latest technology for making calls, and we relied heavily on them. The type of SIM card determined when and where we could make calls. However, in areas with poor or no mobile network coverage, even emergency calling services can be unreliable, leaving us worried about what to do next.
Mobile network providers are working on a new technology that allows us to make calls even without a SIM card. One such technology gaining significant attention is the Satellite Network, which mobile companies are focusing on extensively. The Mobile network providing companies are working on a new technology where even in the absence of SIMs we could make calls- Satellite Network is one of such technology on which the mobile companies are entirely focusing on.
Satellite Network
Before diving into satellite networks, let’s first understand the current network setup. Internet service providers typically deliver internet signals using fiber optics, with data originating from a server. This signal is sent to a central station, which then distributes it to modems or subscribers. Now, the introduction of satellites will change this process. The satellite will act as an intermediary, receiving internet signals from the Earth and then distributing them to various routers.
Using ground stations, the network will be sent to the satellite, which will then broadcast it to everyone. The major benefit of this satellite-based network distribution is that it can reach rural areas, significantly improving coverage. Additionally, the network’s overall reach will expand.
The satellite network appears promising in every way, and Elon Musk is also making rapid progress with this technology. Recently, Vodafone-Idea successfully made calls using satellite networks, leading to speculation that this technology might be introduced in India soon.
