Vivo’s upcoming flagship smartphone, the Vivo X100 Pro, is rumored to feature satellite connectivity, according to a recent Weibo post by WhyLab. The device, model number V2309A, was recently spotted on MIIT certification with a listing stating two-way satellite connectivity. As per the report, the X100 pro would be able to send and receive text, pictures, voice recordings, and even videos without being in the range of a cellular network.

The feature is likely to be powered by a Unisoc V8821 chipset, which was announced back in July. Allegedly, Vivo was one of the partners of Unisoc in the development of this chipset. It is specifically designed for 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) that will handle the satellite connectivity. 

Satellite connectivity is a new feature that seems to be a big deal for this year’s flagships. It can be used to communicate with emergency services if you’re stranded in an area with no cell service.

Apple debuted satellite connectivity in the iPhone 14 series as a safety feature, and other Android brands are following suit. The recently announced Huawei Mate 60 Pro also offers full mobile connectivity through a satellite connection. Now, Vivo is joining the fray.

The Vivo X100 Pro is expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset, while the Pro+ model is likely to get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The Vivo X100 series will come with IP68 certification for water and dust resistance.

The smartphones are expected to launch in China by the end of this year. However, It’s unclear if satellite connectivity will be available in all markets.

In related news, Vivo recently launched the Vivo V29 and V29 Pro smartphones in India. Both smartphones feature a beautiful AMOLED display with a 120Hz display. You can learn about them here.

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