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AT&T and AST SpaceMobile demonstrate handoff between cellular and direct-to-device networks

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AT&T and AST SpaceMobile have demonstrated a handoff between a cellular network and a direct-to-device satellite network. The companies described the test as a connectivity milestone, though the available report does not specify the test conditions, technical performance or plans for commercial deployment.

Discovered 2026-11-03T13:55:35.524855-08:00 | 2026-11-03T13:55:35.524855-08:00

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  • The demonstration addresses interoperability between terrestrial cellular service and satellite connectivity, a key capability for extending service beyond cellular coverage.
  • The report gives no details on performance, test conditions or commercialization, so it does not establish when or how the handoff could be used operationally.

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