Rogers is expanding its satellite-to-smartphone connectivity platform with new integrations aimed at improving coverage across British Columbia’s remote and outdoor-heavy regions. The company announced that Rogers Satellite now supports Messenger and onX, enabling users to stay connected and navigate even in areas without traditional cell service. The update builds on existing support for apps like […]
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Rogers Expands Satellite Service to Haida Gwaii as Yoho Proves Popular
Rogers this week announced an expansion of its satellite-to-mobile texting service. The telecommunications titan unveiled that Rogers Satellite now provides three times more coverage than any other Canadian wireless service provider. The expansion includes bodies of water and waterways across Canada, which means customers can now send a text to friends when taking the ferry from […]
BC Search and Rescue Adopts Rogers Satellite, the ‘Next Big Leap in Wireless Connectivity’
Rogers Satellite, a new satellite-to-mobile text messaging service from Rogers, is now available to Canadians in British Columbia. Effective immediately, Canadians can sign up for the free Rogers Satellite beta trial. Rogers Satellite, which covers more than five million square kilometres, will initially support text messaging and text-to-911 with future expansions planned to add support […]
Rogers Brings High-Speed Internet to Southern Gulf Islands with $10M Undersea Fibre Build
Rogers is boosting internet connectivity for thousands of residents and businesses on British Columbia’s Southern Gulf Islands through a $10 million infrastructure project that lays fibre-optic cable beneath the ocean. The telecommunications company has completed the build of a specialized undersea fibre line connecting Pender, Mayne, and Galiano Islands to mainland B.C., enabling access to […]
Rogers Expands 5G and 911 Access Along BC’s Highway 16
Rogers announced the activation of five new cellular towers along British Columbia’s Highway 16, delivering enhanced 911 access for all travelers and 5G wireless coverage for Rogers customers. The milestone marks substantial completion of the project, with nine of the planned 11 towers now operational. The initiative provides 166 kilometers of 5G coverage, significantly narrowing […]
Canadians Share Top 2024 Moments on Rogers 5G Network
As 2024 draws to a close, Rogers has revealed the year’s most shared moments on its 5G network, showcasing how Canadians came together virtually to celebrate concerts, sports, and rare celestial events. The top 10 moments generated nearly 100 million megabytes of data, reflecting the growing demand for seamless connectivity. “As Canada’s largest and most […]