Xfinity, Spectrum now offer satellite texting for when you're stranded without service

ZDNET The mobile space race continues as two more major wireless carriers get in on satellite texting. Also: Want free Starlink satellite texting? T-Mobile's got a deal, but there's a catch In an announcement today, Charter Communications and Comcast said that Spectrum Mobile and Xfinity Mobile customers will get satellite texting. The rollout starts today and should be completed "in the coming weeks." Like other carriers, you'll need a newer device to take advantage of the service, as it is exclusive to the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9 series phones to start. Pricing hasn't been announced The move comes just a day after Verizon made a similar announcement, becoming the first carrier to offer the service. Neither company mentioned a potential price for satellite texting. Verizon is offering it at no charge, but other carriers charge as much as $20 a month. Given that the press release didn't mention cost, it seems likely that it's free for now. Also: This tiny satellite ... Read full article.