Direct-to-Cell Market Poised for Rapid Growth, Expected to Reach $7.6 Billion by 2026

Published: Apr 27, 2026 17:17

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As the global mobile communication standards 3GPP Release 17 and Release 18 continue to incorporate satellite communications into their specifications, Direct-to-Cell technology is accelerating toward maturity. According to the latest research by TrendForce, global satellite operators are actively shifting from traditional "satellite broadband services" to "Direct-to-Cell," with the global Direct-to-Cell market size estimated to grow to $7.6 billion in 2026, representing a year-on-year growth rate of approximately 49%.

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