Here’s a first look at the Android Satellite pointing UI

Android
Android

The universe is that you are in the wilderness and your only claim to safety is your phone, with no signal. The trouble is not far away: just show the message above to the satellite on your phone. Even so, you’re still faced with the task of pointing the phone at a hovering assistant. With that aim in mind, Google is creating a user interface to seamlessly lead you through this important step.

The Satellite Pointing UI provides clear instructions: “Align your phone camera with the satellite icon in the circle,” the interface not only visualizes but also interacts with the object. The animations illustrated by Kamila Wojciechowska will transform your understanding, possibly in real-time, making sure you don’t lose track.

Thus, the starting point for how to program goals is the level of gymnastic cells. Satellite SOS will advise you to “stay away from any buildings, trees, and mountains by finding an open space to get a clear view of the sky”. From now on, make sure you can make a connection that relays your message for help.

This feature is provided with the Adaptive Connectivity Services features, but the Android app is still in development, so users can expect it to work with existing connectivity services. The common user may not benefit from this UI design, however, it is an important step towards making satellite communications simple and user-friendly even in the most complex environments.