Elon Musk’s Space X is redefining global mobile communication dynamics.
The satellite company has launched six Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capability to eliminate mobile dead zones.
This means mobile phones can connect directly to the satellite, skipping the need for traditional cell towers. This makes it possible for mobile connectivity to work in remote areas and other places where traditional networks reach poorly or not at all.
Musk also clarified that Starlink’s satellite service is not positioned to compete with traditional terrestrial mobile networks, as the satellites only support 7 MB per satellite beam.
Starlink says the satellites will offer basic texting this year and will expand to voice, data, and Internet of Things by 2025.