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Viasat-BMW demo shows first satellite voice call fully integrated into vehicle infotainment

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Viasat says it has demonstrated a satellite-enabled voice call capability integrated into a BMW Group vehicle platform, with the feature fully integrated into the infotainment system. The demonstration was shown during 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) Meeting Week in Munich, using the BMW iX3 platform as the commercial vehicle basis.

Discovered 2026-07-16T06:00:01.548925-07:00 | 2026-07-16T06:00:01.548925-07:00

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  • Demonstrates a path to bring satellite connectivity beyond data—specifically voice—into mainstream automotive user interfaces via infotainment integration.
  • Validates Viasat’s in-vehicle service concept in a BMW commercial vehicle platform during a major industry setting (5GAA Meeting Week), supporting go-to-market credibility.
  • Signals an execution milestone for satellite-network relevance in automotive coverage gaps, potentially accelerating operator and OEM interest in satellite-backed in-car communications.

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SpaceWatch Africa spaceanddefense.io Via Satellite satnews.com Satellite Evolution
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