SpaceX Seeks Trademark for 'Starlink Mobile' Suggesting Satellite Phone Service

Описание: ...Source: https://driveteslacanada.ca/?p=111628 Transcript: Tesla Drive Canada is reporting that SpaceX is taking a major step toward becoming a full mobile carrier. The company has filed for a trademark called “Starlink Mobile,” which outlines plans far beyond satellite internet—this would include real-time voice, video, and data services directly to smartphones, blending satellite and cellular coverage.

This move is backed by a massive $17 billion deal to acquire wireless spectrum from EchoStar, giving Starlink the bandwidth needed to deliver mobile connectivity globally without having to negotiate country-by-country. It also paves the way for speeds similar to 4G LTE—even in remote areas.

Right now, Starlink’s direct-to-cell features are being tested through existing carriers like T-Mobile in the U.S., Rogers in Canada, and KDDI in Japan, primarily for use in areas without tower coverage.

Looking ahead, SpaceX plans to begin testing its satellite-to-phone service by late 2026, using new satellites with S-band payloads. As many as 15,000 of these next-gen satellites could be launched, signaling a future where phones stay connected anywhere on the planet.