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SpaceX to Start Launching Third-Generation Starlink Satellites in 2026

SpaceX has announced that it plans to begin launching its third-generation Starlink satellites in the first half of 2026, promising a major leap forward in performance for its growing global satellite internet network. In a recently published Starlink Network Update, SpaceX revealed that these next-gen satellites will offer “an order of magnitude improvement in capacity” […]

Rogers Launches Starlink-Powered Satellite Texting Across Canada

Rogers today officially announced Rogers Satellite, a new satellite-to-phone text messaging service powered by SpaceX’s Starlink network. The service is now live in beta across Canada, making Rogers the first wireless provider in the country to offer next-gen satellite connectivity — years after first signing a deal with SpaceX in 2023. The beta, which is […]

SpaceX Starlink Surpasses 500,000 Users in Canada

SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially surpassed 500,000 active customers in Canada, marking another major milestone for the company’s global connectivity ambitions. “Starlink is now connecting over 500K customers across Canada,” the official SpaceX Starlink account announced on X on Monday. The post also included a short spotlight on Syola Ikkidluak, a dog sledder […]

SpaceX Starlink Lands In-Flight Wi-Fi Deal with Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic has announced a major in-flight connectivity upgrade, becoming the first U.K. airline to strike a deal with SpaceX’s Starlink for high-speed, satellite-powered Wi-Fi across its entire fleet. Starting in Q3 2026, Virgin Atlantic will begin installing Starlink’s satellite Wi-Fi on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos, with the rollout expected to wrap […]

SpaceX Starlink Aids Texas Flood Response with Mini Kits, Free Internet

SpaceX’s Starlink is stepping up to help with disaster relief in central Texas after dramatic flooding along the Guadalupe River, where some 27 people — including nine children — have been reported dead and dozens more are missing amid widespread evacuations. In response, Starlink announced on X that it’s deploying Mini kits for search-and-rescue efforts, […]

Starlink Discounts Performance Kit: Here’s the Pricing

SpaceX’s Starlink has launched a limited-time nationwide sale in the U.S. on its previous-generation Performance Kit, bringing the price down from $1,499 to $999 USD. The $500 discount is available now through July 7, 2025, according to the official Starlink website. Engineered for harsh environments and versatile connectivity use cases, the Starlink Performance Kit is […]

Starlink is Driving Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi, Reveals Ookla

A new report from Ookla reveals that SpaceX’s Starlink is rapidly redefining in-flight Wi-Fi performance, helping partner airlines deliver speeds that actually rival home internet for once. Based on Speedtest data collected during Q1 2025, airlines using Starlink’s satellite internet service are leading the pack in both download speed and latency. “Starlink’s low-earth orbit (LEO) […]

Starlink Mini Promo for U.S./Canada: Here’s the Pricing

Starlink has launched a new limited-time promotion in the U.S. and Canada, offering a deal on its portable Mini satellite internet kit that includes both discounted hardware and a service credit — ideal for travellers, RVers, and anyone in need of reliable internet on the go. Now through July 7th, customers can purchase the Starlink […]

T-Mobile to Launch Starlink Direct to Cell Service in July

T-Mobile has officially announced the nationwide launch date for its Starlink Direct to Cell satellite service — mark your calendars for July 23. The service, developed in partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink, promises to connect even the most remote parts of the U.S. to cover up to 500,000 square miles of previously unreachable terrain, including national […]

Qatar Airways Launches Sports Streaming Powered by Starlink

Qatar Airways is taking in-flight entertainment to new heights — literally. The airline has teamed up with IMG to launch live sports streaming onboard its flights via SpaceX’s ultra-fast Starlink satellite internet, making it the first global carrier to offer IMG’s Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra channels as a dedicated streaming experience. Just in […]

SpaceX Starlink Speeds in the U.S. Nearly Doubled Since 2022: Report

SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is getting way faster — and it’s not just hype. According to new data from Ookla Speedtest, Starlink’s median download speeds in the U.S. jumped from 53.95 Mbps in Q3 2022 to 104.71 Mbps in Q1 2025. Upload speeds also improved significantly, climbing to 14.84 Mbps, while latency dropped to […]

SpaceX Completes First-Gen Starlink Direct to Cell Network

In a big step forward for global mobile coverage, SpaceX has completed deployment of its first-generation Starlink Direct to Cell satellite constellation. The company made the announcement via its Starlink division’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, congratulating the SpaceX team on reaching this milestone. Congrats to the @SpaceX team on completing the first […]

Starlink Offers Free Internet to Canadians Affected by Wildfires

SpaceX’s Starlink is providing one month of free internet service to help Canadians impacted by ongoing wildfires. The company says it has automatically credited existing active customers in affected regions—no action is needed. People who had previously cancelled or paused their service will also receive a credit equal to their old plan, which they can […]

Starlink Launches Performance Kit for Extreme Connectivity

SpaceX’s Starlink has rolled out its most rugged internet solution to date: the Starlink Performance Kit, designed for high-speed connectivity in the world’s harshest environments. Built with an aluminum enclosure and rated IP69K for water and dust protection, the kit can deliver download speeds over 400 Mbps, even in extreme weather, remote job sites, and […]

Starlink Mini Drops to $399 in Canada for a Limited Time

SpaceX’s Starlink Mini is back on sale in Canada for $399, down from its regular $599 price. The offer runs until May 28 and brings back the same launch promo price from December 2024. Starlink Mini is a portable version of the company’s satellite internet kit, small enough to fit in a backpack. It includes […]