Infinix unveiled a working ‘Direct-to-Call’ satellite feature at CES 2026, showing real voice calls and texts without relying on mobile networks.
Devices seamless auto-switching between satellite and cellular networks ensures uninterrupted communication with no user action required.
Satellite hardware fits inside a regular smartphone design, making emergency and everyday connectivity possible even in remote or disaster-hit areas.
Infinix showcased a portfolio of groundbreaking mobile innovations at the CES Showstoppers 2026 event. Under the theme of ‘Joyful Tech, Beyond Limits’, the company introduced many industry-first technologies that included the ‘Direct-to-Call’ satellite technology. The company said that the new feature is designed to bridge the gaps where traditional networks fall short. They further explained that the solution enables seamless switching between satellite and terrestrial networks without user intervention. By embedding satellite hardware into a standard smartphone form factor, Infinix wants to let people make calls and send texts even in remote areas with little or no network coverage.
SurveyFurthermore, instead of a conceptual preview, Infinix went ahead and presented a working system, which signals the company’s ambition to bring accessible satellite connectivity closer to everyday smartphone users. According to the reports, the Infinix NOTE 60 is expected to be the first phone that will be launched with the global satellite calling feature.
According to Infinix, the new technology is built to support communication across space, air, and ground networks. This approach allows the phone to connect through satellites when regular mobile signals are not available. Once a standard network becomes reachable again, the system can switch back automatically without user effort. The company highlighted that this smooth switching plays an important role in maintaining stable communication.
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The Chinese brand further explained that they have placed satellite communication hardware inside a regular smartphone body without adding bulk to it, hence enabling the users to make two-way voice calls and send text messages through satellites. These features are meant for both emergency use and daily communication, especially for people living or travelling in remote regions.
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Infinix further explained that this technology is not location specific, as the company aims to address areas often less served by the conventional cellular network. Making the feature ideal to be employed in rural areas, during a disaster, and in a less infrastructured area.
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The brand also explained that it has been able to develop a single system that can operate in various situations. The system has provided a future service for faster mobile responses that are able to handle data effectively. Infinix predicts that the system provided will play a key role in enhancing next-generation mobile technology that supports interactive environments.
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