Starlink Mobile could soon be available worldwide — FCC grants SpaceX satellite internet service the right to operate internationally
Starlink Mobile now has FCC authorization to operate globally, so it could soon become a mobile powerhouse.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted Starlink Mobile the authority to operate internationally, paving the way for both a roaming service for US customers and the expansion of Starlink Mobile services to other countries. The company has already established partnerships abroad and had been planning to launch a rival service to conventional carriers.
Starlink Mobile is in its early stages in the US, primarily offered through T-Satellite in partnership with T-Mobile. However, with the FCC's approval, Starlink Mobile could potentially offer services directly to residents of other countries. In addition to its global reach, Starlink Mobile plans to provide 5G-level capabilities and download speeds up to 150Mbps, making it a potential major boon to partnering carriers or a significant rival if SpaceX establishes a standalone alternative to networks like T-Mobile and Verizon.
Starlink Mobile services are already being deployed in numerous countries, with upcoming enhancements to its V2 satellite network promising 100x the data density, native calls, high-speed apps, streaming, and more. While a direct competitor service may still be some time away, SpaceX is already forming global partnerships, such as with Japanese telecommunications company KDDI to offer "Starlink Mobile V2."
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