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Tanuja K January 29th, 2025 3:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Accepts Indian Govt’s Demands for Getting License: Report

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satcom (satellite communication) company has finally accepted the key terms laid out by the Indian government to get a license. For several years now, a tussle between the government and Starlink has been ongoing over security terms. But now, Starlink has agreed to the terms that the Indian government has over the security and data storage of Indian customers. India is one of the largest broadband markets... Read More

Tanuja K January 29th, 2025 12:47 PM 0 COMMENTS

iPhones Get Support for Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell Coverage: Report

Apple's iPhones now have the support for Starlink's Direct-to-Cell (D2C) coverage. Starlink has currently only enabled text facilities under the Direct-to-Cell service. Data and calling services are expected to be switched on at a later stage. T-Mobile has confirmed that they are currently testing the Starlink cell network on a trial basis. The permission for the trials was given by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in November last year, as... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur November 27th, 2024 12:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Expands Direct-to-Cell Services Globally

Elon Musk, the visionary leader and business tycoon called SpaceX alien-level technology recently. Musk was referring to Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell (DTC) service, which is now expanding globally. Starlink is owned by SpaceX, and it has been deploying DTC satellites for some time now. The satellite communications (satcom) service provider recently took help from SpaceX to launch 12 new DTC satellites to provide reliable text services. Read More - Reasons why Starlink... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur November 12th, 2024 5:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Reasons why Starlink Hasn’t Started Services in India

Starlink, a major satellite communications (satcom) company globally has not yet started services in India. This is because Starlink is yet to receive the GMPCS (global mobile personal communication by satellite) license by the government. Elon Musk owned Starlink has been trying to enter the Indian market for several years now. Tracking back to 2022, the company was directed by the government to refund all the pre-booking amount to consumers... Read More

Kripa B November 11th, 2024 1:12 PM 1 COMMENTS

Starlink Moves Closer to Launch in India After Agreeing to Security Terms: Report

Starlink's application for a satellite broadband licence in India is progressing, with the company reportedly agreeing to meet the government's data localisation and security requirements. This marks a significant step toward securing a GMPCS licence, which is essential for offering satellite internet services in the country, Moneycontrol reported, citing sources aware of the matter. Also Read: India to Allocate Satellite Broadband Spectrum, TRAI to Set Pricing: Report Data Localisation and... Read More

Tanuja K October 8th, 2024 10:32 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Gets FCC Approval to Offer Direct-to-Cell Services: Report

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services company has received FCC (Federal Communications Commission) approval to offer direct-to-cell services in select parts of the United States of America (USA). According to Reuters, FCC on Sunday allowed Starlink and T-Mobile to offer direct-to-cell coverage for devices in the areas of North Carolina (as these areas are hit by Hurricane Helene). FCC has likely granted this special permission only because of the... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur August 29th, 2024 5:59 PM 3 COMMENTS

Starlink Now Available in 105 Countries

Starlink, a global satellite communications (satcom) services provider has expanded its services to 105 countries. This includes 15 countries in Africa. The two new countries added to the list are Ghana and Botswana. On August 22, the company announced that its services are available in South Sudan. Starlink will continue to expand its services globally. In Brazil, the company has made great progress in a short span. Read More - Starlink... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur August 12th, 2024 4:24 PM 0 COMMENTS

SpaceX Recently Launched 21 Starlink Satellites: Details

SpaceX recently launched 21 new Starlink satellites. The launch took place from Cape Canaveral. A Falcon 9 rocket was sent to the lower earth orbit, which successfully launched the new satellites. What's interesting to note here is that among the 21 satellites, 13 are direct-to-cell satellites. This is a new service that the company has planned for customers which will enable in establishment of a direct connection between smartphones and... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur July 25th, 2024 5:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Now Available in 1000+ Aircraft: Elon Musk

Starlink, one of the largest satellite communications (satcom) services providers globally, now has its presence in more than 1000 aircraft. For the unaware, Starlink has both B2C and B2B products and applications. Partnering with the airlines, Starlink is equipping aircraft with its equipment to offer a seamless internet experience to customers in the skies. Taking to the social media platform X, Elon Musk announced that Starlink is now operational in... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur July 4th, 2024 7:03 AM 0 COMMENTS

SpaceX Deploys 20 Starlink Satellites, Including 13 with Direct-to-Cell Capabilities

SpaceX has just confirmed the successful deployment of 20 Starlink satellites in orbit. Out of these 20, there were 13 satellites with Direct-to-Cell capabilities. These Direct-to-Cell satellites will enable customers to get internet connectivity directly on their phones from satellites. Not just the internet, but also calling and SMS facility will be there too. SpaceX said that with this satellite deployment, the total count of Direct-to-Cell satellites have gone beyond... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur June 21st, 2024 1:47 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Mini, Now Carry Internet in Your Backpack

SpaceX-owned satellite broadband company Starlink has announced Starlink Mini. It is the smallest portable version of a Starlink connection that you can easily carry on your backpack. It can still enable high-speed internet access for customers and takes very little time to be set up. The Starlink Mini can also be a low-cost option for a good backup internet connection if someone's landline goes out. Read More - Starlink Now... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur May 20th, 2024 12:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Launches Services in Fiji

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services provider has launched services in Fiji. The launch was confirmed by Elon Musk via an announcement on the social media platform X. Note that this launch comes after another launch which took place in Indonesia just a day before. Fiji will now have access to Starlink's satellite broadband services. This means that people there don't have to worry about fiber not being deployed... Read More