SpaceX's Starlink plans direct satellite connectivity to regular phones, tested with T-Mobile's 4G/LTE.

SpaceX's Starlink is developing a "cellphone tower in space" to offer direct satellite connectivity to regular LTE phones, enabling text, voice, and data services without any modifications. The service has been tested with T-Mobile's 4G/LTE and has partnerships with telecoms in several countries. Starlink plans to launch higher-bandwidth services in 2025 but has not announced a South African launch date yet.

November 24, 2024
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