FAQs
Your questions, answered here.
Network Architecture & Coverage
How does Sateliot's satellites and non-terrestrial network (NTN) ensure effective communication with discontinuous coverage?
Devices predict satellite passes and activate only when a satellite is in view, remaining in deep sleep otherwise to optimize power consumption. Once data is transmitted, the satellite applies store-and-forward, storing the data onboard and transmitting it to the next available ground station. This removes the need for a continuous parallel link between the device and ground station, ensuring effective communication with greater cost efficiency and technical simplicity, particularly for delay-tolerant applications.
Why is Sateliot's LEO non-terrestrial network (NTN) with discontinuous coverage and S&F better than GEO non-terrestrial networks (NTN) with continuous coverage?
Sateliot’s LEO NTN is designed to bring connectivity to unconnected users in the most efficient way. The network enables delay-tolerant applications to operate effectively, providing coverage when required rather than maintaining costly continuous links. Thanks to the store-and-forward capability, data is reliably delivered without the need for always-on connections, which significantly reduces both hardware and subscription costs. In comparison, GEO networks offering continuous coverage are often unnecessary for many IoT use cases and result in users paying up to ten times more for solutions they do not need.
Where is Sateliot’s coverage today?
As the first 5G NTN LEO satellite operator, Sateliot is technically capable of providing global coverage. However, in line with industry practice, Sateliot secures landing rights from regulators worldwide and is continuously expanding its licensed coverage, which grows day by day.
Device Interaction & Operation
What’s required to switch between cellular networks and Sateliot's non‑terrestrial satellite network? Is it automatic?
Sateliot’s network is fully standardized under 3GPP, so devices supporting Release 17 can switch automatically between terrestrial cellular networks and Sateliot’s non-terrestrial satellite network. This ensures connectivity without user intervention.
How can I get a MNO/VMNO SIM card and roam on Sateliot’s NTN network?
You can obtain a SIM card from your preferred terrestrial mobile operator and inquire whether it supports Sateliot NTN connectivity. Sateliot is working with major operators worldwide, and in cases where an operator is not yet integrated, the process can be completed in a short time.
Security & Standards
Are Sateliot's transmissions encrypted?
Yes. Sateliot’s transmissions are fully encrypted in compliance with 3GPP Release 17, ensuring all standard security and encryption measures are implemented. In addition, Sateliot operates through mobile network operators worldwide, so the entire end-to-end value chain remains standardized and secure as per global telecom standards.
How does Sateliot's NTN interface with MNO and MVNO’s networks?
Sateliot is a full GSMA operator member and follows all 3GPP and GSMA standard roaming guidelines. Sateliot connects with MNOs and MVNOs worldwide through standard roaming integration, ensuring seamless interoperability and standardized global connectivity.
How does Sateliot influence and support industry standards and how does it benefit consumers?
Sateliot has been a leader in shaping industry standards and was the largest contributor from the space sector to 3GPP Release 17. Building on this leadership, Sateliot actively drives activities and contributions across major standardization bodies, including 3GPP, GSMA, GCF, GSOA, and PTCRB. These efforts bring fully standardized solutions to the market, ensuring consumers experience zero friction in adoption and can immediately benefit from the value of interoperable, globally accepted technology.
Business & Ownership
Does Sateliot own the satellites it uses for offering service?
Yes. Sateliot owns the entire satellite infrastructure end-to-end, giving full control over its standardized technology and ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient service delivery.
What device manufacturers support Sateliot?
Sateliot’s solution is fully standardized, so any device supporting 3GPP Release 17 can connect to the Sateliot network. Sateliot is actively working with Tier-1 and Tier-2 chipset, module, and OEM manufacturers worldwide, with certifications already in progress. Due to partner confidentiality, specific names cannot be disclosed publicly; for details, please contact Sateliot’s Business Development team.
What is Satelliot's certification program?
Sateliot is working with global Tier-1 and Tier-2 chipset, module, and OEM manufacturers and has launched a certification program to support them. This program enables manufacturers to test their products on Sateliot’s standardized network, ensuring proper implementation. It helps reduce time-to-market by accelerating the launch of NTN-supported chipsets, modules, and end devices. In addition, the program facilitates faster certification with GCF and PTCRB, enabling large-scale deployments with mobile operators worldwide. A growing number of manufacturers are already working with Sateliot to certify their devices.
Why does a device on the Sateliot network require certification?
Device certification on the Sateliot network is required to ensure full compliance with 3GPP and GSMA standards. Certification guarantees that chipsets, modules, and end devices are correctly implemented, interoperable, and reliable when operating on Sateliot’s NTN. It also reduces integration risks, accelerates time-to-market, and supports smooth large-scale deployments with operators worldwide.
Performance Metrics
What is the typical latency you can expect when using the Sateliot network?
The typical latency on the Sateliot network ranges from a few hundred milliseconds up to several seconds, depending on the use case and satellite pass conditions. Since the network is designed primarily for IoT and delay-tolerant applications, this level of latency is fully aligned with the requirements of supported services.
What is the expected bitrate/bandwidth on Sateliot's network?
Sateliot’s network is based on NB-IoT standards and is designed for IoT and delay-tolerant applications. It supports message sizes of up to 200 bytes, which is sufficient for typical IoT use cases such as sensor data, monitoring, and control messages.
What is the maximum frequency of number of messages you can send on Sateliot's network?
Theoretically, there is no limit to the number of messages that can be sent on Sateliot’s network. In practice, the frequency depends on satellite visibility and the specific use case, with devices typically able to send multiple 200-byte NB-IoT messages per day. This ensures efficient communication while supporting the needs of delay-tolerant IoT applications.
