FCC Approves SpaceX's 7,500 Gen2 Satellites for T-Mobile Starlink Cell Coverage

Nov 26, 2024, 09:02 PM

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted SpaceX conditional approval to expand T-Mobile's cellular network using its Starlink satellites. This approval covers 7,500 Gen2 satellites operating at lower frequencies, enabling SpaceX to offer direct-to-cell service in the United States. The service, which will be available with existing LTE phones in a few weeks, aims to provide robust coverage in mobile dead zones, potentially saving lives by ensuring connectivity in remote areas. The approval is a significant step towards SpaceX's goal of providing satellite-to-mobile communications across the country.