SpaceX is secretly expanding access to what might be one of the most appealing perks in Starlink’s revamped Residential plan lineup: a “free” Starlink Mini dish. If you’re a U.S.-based Starlink customer, it may be time to check your inbox. According to a growing number of reports from Starlink users, SpaceX has begun sending out […]
Starlink has quietly reshuffled its Residential internet offerings in the U.S., bringing back its most affordable home internet tier — albeit with a higher monthly price — and introducing a clearer, three-tier lineup aimed at different usage needs. The satellite internet provider has revived its Residential 100 Mbps plan, which first launched last November at […]
Ryanair has no interest in joining the growing list of airlines rolling out Starlink-powered in-flight Wi-Fi. The European budget airline has ruled out equipping its aircraft with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet, citing higher fuel costs and a lack of passenger demand on its short-haul routes. Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary made the comments while speaking to […]
Starlink has quietly made its cheapest plan a lot more attractive. According to an update on the Starlink Support website, SpaceX has doubled the high-speed data allowance on its Roam 50GB plan to 100GB at no additional cost. As of January 13, 2026, the plan is now officially called Roam 100GB, while still priced at […]
Lufthansa Group has announced a major partnership with SpaceX that will see Starlink installed across its entire fleet of roughly 850 aircraft, making it the largest airline group in Europe to roll out Starlink-powered in-flight internet at this scale. According to Lufthansa, installations will begin as early as the second half of 2026, with the […]
SpaceX has quietly introduced a new Starlink hardware bundle called the Mini X, but despite the name, it’s not a next-generation satellite dish. Instead, the company has created a new package that combines its existing Starlink Mini terminal with an additional Router Mini, targeting users who want basic connectivity with better Wi-Fi coverage in a […]
Starlink has been blocked in Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in how the country is responding to ongoing anti-government protests and efforts to control the flow of information. According to a Forbes report, Iran has deployed military-grade jamming technology to disrupt Starlink satellite internet access amid a nationwide digital blackout. While […]
Elon Musk is once again drawing attention to South Africa’s regulatory roadblocks as Starlink remains unable to launch in the country, despite operating in more than 150 countries and territories worldwide. The SpaceX CEO said the issue comes down to South Africa’s telecommunications ownership rules, arguing that Starlink has effectively been blocked because he is […]
SpaceX has secured another major win with the U.S. military, landing $739 million in launch contracts tied to missile warning and missile tracking missions for the U.S. Space Force. The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC) on Friday announced that the contracts were awarded as part of National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 […]
As Starlink-powered in-flight Wi-Fi continues to roll out across major airlines, passengers may be wondering whether the service will eventually come with a price tag. According to SpaceX, the short answer is no — at least not for most travelers. Speaking at CES 2026 this week, Nick Seitz, global head of Starlink’s aviation business, said […]
Starlink just received a massive green light from U.S. regulators that could significantly reshape the future of satellite internet and mobile connectivity. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has authorized SpaceX to deploy and operate up to 15,000 next-generation Starlink satellites, doubling the previously approved limit of 7,500. The decision clears the way for SpaceX to […]
Starlink is making a rare public appeal in an effort to finally launch its satellite internet service in South Africa, asking local citizens to directly urge the country’s communications regulator to approve key licensing changes. According to a report from Connecting Africa, SpaceX’s satellite internet arm recently emailed its South African database, petitioning people to […]
DishNinjas, a professional installer specializing in Starlink satellite internet, is significantly expanding its footprint across the U.S. Midwest as demand for high-speed, reliable connectivity continues to surge. The company announced on Tuesday that it is rolling out its professional residential and commercial Starlink installation services to 12 Midwest states, including Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, […]
Starlink Wi-Fi is now available across more than half of Qatar Airways’ global fleet, marking a major milestone for both the airline and SpaceX’s rapidly expanding aviation connectivity business. According to details shared by longtime SpaceX and Tesla watcher @SERobinsonJr, Qatar Airways now operates the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, with nearly 120 […]
SpaceX’s ambitious plans to dramatically expand Starlink’s cellular satellite network are running into familiar resistance — and this time, the opposition is lining up fast (via PCMag). SpaceX last year filed for FCC approval to launch an additional 15,000 next-generation Starlink satellites to supercharge its Direct to Cell service, which beams cellular connectivity directly to smartphones […]
