Introducing O2 Satellite
The greatest adventures and best memories happen when you feel free to go further, do more and worry less about staying in touch.
O2 Satellite gives you the confidence to stay connected to the people and moments that matter most – with freedom for those on the move and peace of mind for the people who care about them. The only UK network to offer satellite-to-mobile connectivity.
Effortless freedom
O2 Satellite sits alongside our main network, providing coverage in areas the O2 network previously didn’t reach. The service will automatically activate when you're in those areas, so you can go further with peace of mind.
Apps that matter
Nothing beats the feeling of freedom. That’s why O2 Satellite delivers connectivity for the things you need to explore further – from apps like WhatsApp and Messenger to maps, location sharing and weather.
No extra kit, no fuss
You don’t need any extra hardware or apps to use O2 Satellite. Instead, it works with your compatible smartphone – so you can stay connected in more places than ever before.
How to get O2 Satellite
You can add O2 Satellite as a Bolt On with compatible devices for £3 a month.
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Compatible phones
We’re working closely with all of our device partners to make sure as many phones as possible are compatible with O2 Satellite. We fully expect iPhone to be supported.
To stay up to date on which phones are compatible, please keep an eye on our website for the latest information.
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More about O2 Satellite
O2 Satellite is a new satellite-to-mobile service that sits alongside our main mobile network, providing coverage in areas the O2 network previously didn’t reach. It works with compatible smartphones without the need for extra hardware or apps.
O2 Satellite provides coverage in areas the O2 network previously didn't reach - meaning you can stay connected with services like location sharing, and apps that matter like WhatsApp, Messenger and maps.
Text messaging and standard voice calls, including emergency calls, aren’t supported on O2 Satellite. Emergency calls might go through if another mobile network is available nearby, but O2 Satellite shouldn’t be relied on for contacting emergency services.
The apps below are currently supported on O2 Satellite - and more will become available over time:
Android apps
AccuWeather
AllTrails
BBC Weather
Messenger
Google Find Hub
Google Maps
Google Messages
Google Personal Safety
Samsung Weather
WhatsApp
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Yahoo Mail
Text messaging is not currently supported with O2 Satellite.
Emergency calls aren’t supported when connected to O2 Satellite. Emergency calls might go through if another mobile network is available nearby, but O2 Satellite shouldn’t be relied on for contacting emergency services.
O2 Satellite works in areas not covered by the main O2 mobile network and performs best in open, outdoor environments wherever you can see the sky. There will be some areas that aren’t covered by O2 Satellite.
You can see a map of the areas covered by O2 Satellite on our coverage checker.
Most customers won't need a new SIM card. If you have a compatible device, you can purchase the O2 Satellite Bolt On and start using the service when you're in an area without O2 mobile coverage.
A small number of customers may need a free SIM upgrade before O2 Satellite will work. If that applies to you, we'll contact you shortly after purchase to help you switch to a new eSIM or physical SIM.
You can see a list of supported phones below. We’re working to expand on this as quickly as possible.
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, Z Flip7 FE
O2 Satellite is available as a Bolt On for an additional £3 a month if you’ve got a Pay Monthly contract with us and a compatible phone. You can get O2 Satellite by signing in to My O2, visiting an O2 store or by giving us a call.
Make sure you add O2 Satellite before you go into satellite coverage, and remember to check you have a compatible phone and the latest updates are installed on your device.