Google Could Use Garmin's Satellite Tech

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

Google could use Garmin's expertise in satellite tech for Android phones.

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The company is likely to follow in Apple's footsteps by adopting this technology.

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Android 14 is already rumoured to support the feature and going with Garmin pushes the case for it.

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The rumours of Google partnering with Garmin have been spotted in the code strings of the Google Messages app.

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The developer named Neil Rahmouni has pointed out that Messages app could offer emergency calls feature.

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Apple launched the iPhone 14 with satellite tech support by partnering with Globalstar.

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Samsung is also working on the tech for its Galaxy S series devices, and should be compatible with Android 14.

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Satellite tech has already showed its worth by helping people stuck in emergency.

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Apple announced that its satellite tech will be available to iPhone 14 buyers for 2 years without any cost.

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