Starlink

[Rarity]

A hybrid approach with SpaceX integrating Swarm tech (which they acquired) into the Starlink sattelites. Swarm (or other communication protocol) for phone links, Starlink for backhaul. With continuous sat improvements and launches, it's feasible to mix in any LEO signaling system (eventually).

I don't think the VHF frequencies that Swarm uses are adaptable for voice or low latency data because of the frequency sharing rules in that band. But it does seem possible that Tesla, for instance, could use Swarm for SOS service worldwide. VHF frequencies are ideal for that. And of course, Swarm might be on the lookout for other lesser-used frequencies to add more real-time bandwidth.

Swarm's management team is well aligned with SpaceX's way of doing business and goals with Starlink. So the acquisition is probably related to SpaceX looking toward the future leaders of the company.

 

[goinfraftw]

Launch of Oct 17th will give internet access to Earth's poles:

Starlink: SpaceX's next launch will bring a huge upgrade to the service

SpaceX's internet connectivity constellation is taking shape, as the Starlink service continues to improve during its Better Than Nothing beta.

www.inverse.com

Edit: ...with lasers!

 

[Rarity]

Launch of Oct 17th will give internet access to Earth's poles:

Starlink: SpaceX's next launch will bring a huge upgrade to the service

SpaceX's internet connectivity constellation is taking shape, as the Starlink service continues to improve during its Better Than Nothing beta.

www.inverse.com

Edit: ...with lasers!

I don't believe that this launch alone will give internet access to Earth's poles. They probably need four more launches afterwards.

 

[JRP3]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1448668361945231362

Yes, we are talking to airlines about installing Starlink. Please let them know if you want it on your airliner. Low latency ~half gigabit connectivity in the air!

 

[mongo]

New premium version
Starlink

Starlink Premium has more than double the antenna capability of Starlink, delivering faster internet speeds and higher throughput for the highest demand users, including businesses. Order now to reserve, deliveries start in Q2 2022.

 

[garrett5688]

New premium version
Starlink

2500 plus 500/month, yowzers

 

[TheTalkingMule]

2500 plus 500/month, yowzers

Not bad really, considering the early adopter phase. What's this in 2025 prices.....1200 plus 180/mo?

Pretty amazing for rural and island customers. These guys are gonna be printing money.

 

[Max Plaid]

Starkink didn't work out for me - difficult to get an unobstructed line of sight, and even when it was good although the download speed was excellent, the ping too slow. Guess I'm not the right demographic for it anyway as I live in a capital city, already had a decent VDSL connection, but I was hoping to move to Starlink as I dislike the national telco

Anyway, I cancelled the service, initially Starlink support said to keep the dishy - of what use is that to me though? I told them I realised I wouldn't get a refund, but would like to send it back anyway, maybe they can gift it to a good cause, so they created an RMA and sent me DHL return label

What surprised me is that it goes all the way back to Hawthorne, from EU, I would have thought they'd setup local hubs for this

 

[mongo]

Starkink didn't work out for me - difficult to get an unobstructed line of sight, and even when it was good although the download speed was excellent, the ping too slow. Guess I'm not the right demographic for it anyway as I live in a capital city, already had a decent VDSL connection, but I was hoping to move to Starlink as I dislike the national telco

Anyway, I cancelled the service, initially Starlink support said to keep the dishy - of what use is that to me though? I told them I realised I wouldn't get a refund, but would like to send it back anyway, maybe they can gift it to a good cause, so they created an RMA and sent me DHL return label

What surprised me is that it goes all the way back to Hawthorne, from EU, I would have thought they'd setup local hubs for this

That was very thoughtful of you.

 

[JRP3]

According to the court, the recent Starlink ruling negated a decision by Arcep, France’s telecoms regulator, back in February 2021. Arcep had granted Starlink two bands of frequencies that would link the company’s satellite constellation to France-based customers.

Elon Musk’s Starlink blocked by French court after legal battle with environmental groups

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service effectively lost its frequencies in France following a legal battle waged by environmental groups. The decision was published on Tuesday by the Conseil d’Etat, France’s Supreme Court for administrative justice. According to the court, the recent...

www.teslarati.com

 

[betstarship]

This is a cool visualization of the current Starlink coverage map

Starlink satellite tracker

Live view of SpaceX starlink satellite constellation and coverage.

satellitemap.space

 

[mongo]

$25 a month for portability .
Other (non-investor) thread:
SpaceX Internet Satellite Network: Starlink

 

[betstarship]

"Hawaiian said the service will allow passengers to stream content or play online games with people on the ground without having to go through registration pages or payment portals. The airline did not indicate plans to offer the service on flights between islands in Hawaii."

Elon Musk-Led SpaceX's Starlink to Provide In-Flight Wi-Fi on Hawaiian Airlines - News18

Hawaiian said it's the first deal between Starlink and a major airline, although charter operator JSX announced a deal with SpaceX last week.

www.news18.com

 

[betstarship]

It is magnificent

 

[betstarship]

Elon Musk Teases "Global Maritime" Starlink Coverage for Cruisers - Coming in 2022

Elon Musk over the weekend gave an update on the timeline for SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet rolling out to offer service for cruisers - especially those looking to head far from shore.

www.rvmobileinternet.com

Just 2% of Starlink users live outside of the West, data suggests

Despite global ambitions, Elon Musk’s Starlink struggles to reach users outside North America and Europe.

restofworld.org

https://twitter.com/x/status/1459500803245461506

"A private yacht captain based in the Caribbean told Rest of World that he started using Starlink last year because the price was so much lower than the up to $6,000 per month he had paid for commercial internet on the open sea. “If [Musk] starts selling it to commercial airlines, boats, trucks, and buses, he is going to make a lot of money,” the captain told Rest of World. “His plans are likely much bigger than helping Ukraine and people in remote locations.”"

 

[betstarship]

Whoa.

Starlink and OneWeb reach spectrum coordination plan

Starlink and OneWeb reach spectrum coordination plan

spacenews.com