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illustration of a satellite beaming down mobile service to Earth from orbit.

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Taking the next steps for satellite-to-smartphone services

The FCC recently approved a regulatory framework for companies vying to develop mobile satellite services (MSS).

by Jason Rainbow April 17, 2024April 17, 2024

A Falcon 9 launched 21 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California Jan. 2, including six SpaceX says are capable of providing connectivity to unmodified smartphones.

Satellite phone networks can democratize global communication

by Aaron Shull February 2, 2024February 1, 2024