News Summary

Bell Canada is set to launch its direct-to-cell satellite service, aimed at providing full mobile connectivity to Canadians in remote areas. The service will offer voice, data, and text support and is expected to surpass competitor offerings in speed and user experience. Bell’s initiative is unique as it is entirely built within Canada, ensuring user data remains local. Pricing details reveal that the service will be included in Bell’s top wireless plans, with an additional option for other customers at a monthly rate. This development will significantly expand Bell’s coverage from 21% to 56% of Canada’s landmass. The rollout, scheduled for 2026, will connect directly to standard smartphones without the need for special hardware. The satellite internet will be supplied by Texas-based AST SpaceMobile, with initial satellites launched by SpaceX.