u/czechtec

Google Fi and Satellite Whatsapp Messagesm

I've sifted through several posts from the last 12 months, and wanted to ask a specific question;

If you've got a Pixel 10, have you been able to send Whatsapp messages using your current Fi plan?

I'm on Fi Unlimited Premium. I'm using a Pixel 9 Pro XL.

I was off grid this weekend, and had an interesting realization with some friends.

The iPhone friend could send a satellite text. It's a known feature.

But, the friend with a Pixel 10 on Verizon was able to text (not Whatsapp) on his phone as well. He doesn't have the tMobile T Satellite add on.

So, I was surprised. I asked him about Whatsapp, and he never uses it, just said he'd been able to send satellite texts since he bought the 10.

I'd buy a 10 Pro XL tomorrow if I was confident I could send either SMS, or Whatsapp messages, without having to buy an additional $10 plan from another carrier outside Fi.

So, can any Fi users out there confirm functionality with a Pixel 10 and strictly Fi service?

Appreciate y'all's time!

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u/czechtec — 2 days ago