MediaTek has announced that its chips now support wireless emergency alert messages with the help of satellite communication, and this comes after the company has joined hands with Starlink Mobile. The chip maker has been working with Tesla's chief Elon Musk to integrate notification support via satellite communication. MediaTek revealed that more than 4.4 million users have already accessed Starlink Mobile during emergencies. It also confirmed that the Wireless Emergency Alerts framework is supported for customers in Canada, Japan, and the US.

In collaboration with Starlink, MediaTek demonstrated satellite-based emergency messaging at MWC 2026. The demo device was powered by the MediaTek M90 modem, first introduced at last year’s MWC, and it supports sub-6GHz connectivity.

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The goal is straightforward. Even if you are outside the coverage area of a telecom tower, your smartphone can still receive emergency alerts through satellite communication.

According to the company, compatible MediaTek-powered smartphones can receive alerts from three major systems: Wireless Emergency Alerts, the Commercial Mobile Alert System, and the Earthquake and Tsunami Warning System. In situations where traditional infrastructure fails, that extra layer of connectivity could make a real difference.

Omni Glasses Focus On Privacy And On-Device AI

MediaTek also brought something more futuristic to the stage. It showcased a concept wearable called Omni Glasses, built to work alongside smartphones powered by the Dimensity 9500 chipset.

These AI glasses are designed with a privacy-first approach. Several features work without needing constant internet access, relying instead on on-device AI processing through the flagship chipset. They also offer real-time situational awareness features powered directly by the smartphone.

For now, MediaTek has not confirmed whether Omni Glasses will become a consumer product or remain a technology demonstration.

Extreme Zoom Backed By Machine Learning

Imaging was another highlight. MediaTek showed off new extreme zoom capabilities that use machine learning along with the image signal processor inside its mobile chips.

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The company claims these long-range zoom features can compete with professional broadcast equipment in certain scenarios. The demonstrations are currently taking place at MediaTek’s booth at MWC 2026, which wraps up on Thursday.

Overall, MediaTek’s presence at MWC this year felt less about benchmarks and more about building a broader connected ecosystem, from emergency communication to AI wearables and smarter smartphone cameras.