New Zealand to test Starlink mobile service for improved connectivity and disaster resilience.

One New Zealand is set to begin testing SpaceX's Starlink Satellite to Mobile service, aiming to enhance mobile coverage in areas lacking connectivity, which affects 40% of the country. The trials will assess user experience across various devices and are expected to lead to a commercial rollout in early 2024. This partnership seeks to provide a resilient backup to New Zealand's mobile network, particularly during natural disasters and outages.

October 10, 2024
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