Starlink
VEON and Starlink Partner to Launch Direct-to-Cell Satellite Connectivity in Ukraine
Telecom group VEON has announced a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink to bring direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to Ukraine. This collaboration will enable Kyivstar, VEON’s Ukrainian subsidiary, to offer satellite-based services to customers nationwide. Pioneering Satellite Connectivity in Ukraine Ukraine will become one of the first countries to benefit from Starlink’s direct-to-cell technology, joining T-Mobile in […]
Read More
Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell Service are Expanding Global Connectivity
Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur and CEO of SpaceX, recently described SpaceX’s technology as “alien-level” while highlighting the advancements of Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell (DTC) service. This satellite-powered communication technology is gaining momentum globally, offering new possibilities in connectivity. DTC Service: Texting Without Hardware Upgrades Starlink’s DTC service allows users with standard LTE phones to […]
Read More
Elon Musk’s Starlink: A Game-Changer for Connectivity or a Costly Gamble for India?
Elon Musk’s much-anticipated Starlink project is preparing to enter the Indian market, promising satellite-based internet services. However, early estimates suggest Starlink could come with a steep price tag, significantly higher than existing broadband options like Jio and Airtel. Based on international pricing, Indian consumers might need to shell out around ₹1,58,000 in the first year. […]
Read More
Donald Trump US Election Victory May Ease Starlink Satellite Spectrum in India
Elon Musk’s Starlink and Amazon’s Kuiper may see a boost in their satellite internet ventures in India if Donald Trump returns as U.S. President, given Trump’s favorable ties with Musk. Experts suggest this could make it tougher for Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel to persuade the Indian government to auction satellite spectrum, […]
Read More
Starlink and Kuiper Advocate for Reduced Satellite Spectrum Prices
Elon Musk’s Starlink and Amazon’s Kuiper are advocating for lower satellite spectrum prices in India, with Kuiper warning that high costs could force them to shift their focus to urban consumers, instead of the original goal of providing connectivity to remote areas where building terrestrial infrastructure, like phone towers, is challenging. This shift would also […]
Read More
Mukesh Ambani vs Elon Musk: Space Broadband Spectrum Decision Spiced Up
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance has challenged the telecom regulator’s decision to allocate home satellite broadband spectrum administratively rather than through an auction, escalating its conflict with Elon Musk’s Starlink. The debate over how India should distribute spectrum for satellite services has been ongoing since last year. Starlink, along with global competitors like Amazon’s Project Kuiper, […]
Read More
Starlink Receives FCC Approval for Direct-to-Cell Services
Starlink, the satellite communications company owned by SpaceX, has received approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to offer direct-to-cell services in specific parts of the United States. According to Reuters, the FCC granted Starlink and T-Mobile permission to provide direct-to-cell coverage in areas of North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene. This special approval is […]
Read More
United Airlines Starlink Deal for Fast WiFi Access
SpaceX nearly doubled its backlog of Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi orders following a major deal with United Airlines last week, according to Nick Galano, SpaceX’s director of Starlink aviation sales and partnerships. Speaking at the World Space Business Week conference in Paris, Galano revealed, “We now have about 2,500 aircraft under contract, transitioning what started as […]
Read More
Starlink Mini Is Easier to Carry Than You Think
SpaceX has launched its eagerly awaited Starlink Mini, now available across the U.S. The compact antenna is priced at $599, with monthly subscriptions ranging from $50 to $150. With no long-term contracts, users can start and stop service at any time, and a 30-day trial is included. The Starlink Mini, roughly the size of a […]
Read More
Elon Musk on Space X Starlink Satellite Service During Emergency
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, revealed that Starlink’s satellite internet service will soon provide free emergency mobile phone access for people in distress, even in areas lacking traditional cellular coverage. This global service will be available to everyone, pending approval from individual governments. Musk shared the announcement in a post on X (formerly known as […]
Read More