Costco in Japan began offering Starlink satellite communication equipment for sale on August 24th. This marks the first time that the product is available for purchase in a domestic retail setting. The equipment has been launched at a newly opened store in Kadoma City, Osaka Prefecture, with plans to roll out to 32 additional stores […]
SpaceX, under Elon Musk’s leadership, is teaming up with Cloudflare to enhance the performance of Starlink, its satellite internet service. This development was reported by The Information, which cited an individual with firsthand knowledge of the collaboration. Following the news, shares of Cloudflare, a firm known for its content delivery services, surged by 7.2%. According […]
In a dedicated effort to bolster connectivity and support ongoing recovery initiatives in Maui, SpaceX says it has dispatched and distributed over 650 Starlink kits to more than 40 organizations on the island. Notably, Starlink shouldered the expedited shipping and distribution expenses for all kits and generously donated approximately 35% of the hardware costs. In […]
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) received a pivotal donation from Diversified Financial Network Inc. (DFNN, Inc.): 20 state-of-the-art SpaceX Starlink satellite communication kits, reports the Manila Bulletin. The handover ceremony held at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City was graced by high-profile figures, including Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., OCD Administrator Undersec. Ariel Nepomuceno, and […]
Starlink has unveiled its new Gen 3 WiFi Router, designed to offer enhanced connectivity and performance. The router, compatible with Standard Starlink Kits, comes with an array of features and specifications that set it apart from its predecessors. The Gen 3 Router package includes the router itself, a Starlink Plug, an RJ45 Cover, a Starlink […]
SpaceX announced on Monday evening it has launched Starlink in Malaysia, which comes after Tesla recently launched the Model Y in the nation. “Starlink is now available in Malaysia, marking the 60th country around the world where Starlink can provide high-speed internet connectivity,” said the company. A photo was shared of the Starlink dish sitting […]
SpaceX seems to be gearing up to introduce a new high-speed Wi-Fi router for its Starlink internet service, which is expected to support faster connectivity. This week, SpaceX received FCC equipment authorization for a router with the test model name UTR-231, reports PCMag. According to the documentation, the new router is set to feature 802.11ax […]
The government of Mongolia announced on Friday that it has issued two licenses to Elon Musk’s SpaceX, allowing the company to operate as an internet service provider using its low-orbit Starlink satellites. This move is expected to provide millions of Mongolian internet users with access to high-speed connectivity, reports Reuters. Starlink, a satellite communications service […]
Japan’s Self-Defense Forces (SDF) are reportedly exploring the possibility of utilizing Starlink, the satellite communications network developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, according to the Yomiuri newspaper, reports Bloomberg. Since March, the SDF has been evaluating the effectiveness of the US company’s network for their land, sea, and air force operations. The organization is now contemplating […]
Seaspan has announced its partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink, marking a pivotal moment in the maritime industry. This partnership underscores the growing importance of online communication on ships, which is vital for the safety, efficiency, and well-being of the vessels and their crews. Onboard communication is instrumental in enhancing situational awareness, enabling timely decision-making, and significantly […]
SpaceX has taken a significant leap forward in its mission to provide global internet coverage, as the company begins utilizing its second-generation Starlink constellation to transmit internet data. In a statement to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Tuesday, the company revealed, “SpaceX has initiated communications between spacecraft in its Gen2 non-geostationary orbit satellite system […]
Scenic Group, the parent company of Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours and Emerald Cruises, has announced plans to equip its ocean-going fleets with SpaceX’s Starlink internet service. This move aims to provide faster and more reliable internet connections for guests, addressing a long-standing challenge in the cruise industry. “Reliable internet connections have always been a […]
In a groundbreaking move announced on Thursday, Philippine Telegraph & Telephone Corporation (PT&T) revealed that it has partnered with Australian tech solution firm, NetLinkz. The strategic alliance aims to offer SpaceX’s innovative Starlink broadband services to Filipino consumers later this year. NetLinkz, which has a standing reseller agreement with SpaceX, will be instrumental in facilitating […]
SpaceX currently still has a Starlink hardware offer for ‘rural’ Canada (we say this loosely as many addresses not considered rural qualify) at just $199 CAD, down from the regular price of $759 CAD. Starlink costs $140/month for service and recently, SpaceX updated its Canadian version of the website to detail speed expectations for new […]
SpaceX has started to add a little extra to its latest Starlink hardware boxes, including some cool stickers. That’s according to the latest unboxing by a customer on Reddit, showcasing the stickers that include the Starlink logo and the company’s dish with cats on top, celebrating a meme that showed how felines low the warm […]
