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Musk's SpaceX targets US consumers with Starlink mobile service push, FT reports
SpaceX intends to launch a Starlink mobile service targeting the US retail market. President Gwynne Shotwell told investors the company may build its own terrestrial network to compete with major carriers. SpaceX currently provides supplemental direct-to-cell coverage through T-Mobile.
What changed
SpaceX revealed plans to potentially build a terrestrial mobile network and sell services directly to US consumers.
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SpaceX Plans Starlink Mobile Service for US Consumers
confidence 90%SpaceX intends to launch a Starlink mobile service targeting the US retail market. President Gwynne Shotwell told investors the company may build its own terrestrial network to compete with major carriers. SpaceX currently provides supplemental direct-to-cell coverage through T-Mobile.
What's confirmed:
- SpaceX told investors it plans to launch a Starlink mobile service for US consumers.
- President Gwynne Shotwell indicated SpaceX could build its own terrestrial US mobile network.
- The service would compete with carriers including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
- SpaceX already provides supplemental coverage in the US via T-Mobile.
Still unconfirmed:
- SpaceX and Charter discussed a mobile phone partnership in the US.