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A Starlink Landline? VoIP Provider Ooma Taps Satellite Service for StarDial

Stardial is not officially affiliated with SpaceX, but Ooma is marketing it as 'a simple way to add reliable home phone service to [an] internet connection.'

By Michael Kan
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Starlink Is Still Imposing Data Caps on Users Outside the US, Europe

How much is too much data per month? We spoke to subscribers in Malaysia and Jamaica facing data caps, many of whom share connections with neighbors to keep costs down.

By Michael Kan
Starlink user in Bangladesh.

T-Mobile's CFO Dismisses SpaceX's Cellular Ambitions As Laughable

T-Mobile's outgoing CFO took some shots at SpaceX's ambitions to offer large-scale cellular coverage through femtocells using Starlink dish equipment.

By Michael Kan
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SpaceX Backtracks on Starlink Data Cap After Complaints

Starlink users report that speeds have returned to normal after SpaceX throttled their accounts for topping 5TB of data use, even though Starlink has long advertised 'unlimited data.'

By Michael Kan
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Starlink Quietly Debuts Router 4, Confirms It Features Wi-Fi 7

Starlink.com published support documents for the Router 4 after it received FCC approval. But the new Wi-Fi router doesn't appear to be on sale yet.

By Michael Kan
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FCC: Satellite Constellations Don't Need Environmental Reviews

The FCC wants to eliminate 'red tape' and unleash more infrastructure, even though the constellations are creating concerns about light pollution and atmospheric effects.

By Michael Kan
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Let's Fly: How to Watch a Rocket Launch From Florida's Space Coast

Cape Canaveral offers front row seats to the greatest show on Earth just about every week; I was just there for the Falcon Heavy launch of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. But there are a few things to know before heading to the Sunshine State.

By Rob Pegoraro
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket turns night into day as it sends AST SpaceMobile's first five BlueBird satellites to space Sept. 12, 2024

Starlink: Bigger Boats Can Use Personal Maritime Plan, Too

After boat owners complained about the 40-foot restriction, SpaceX extends it to 60-footers.

By Michael Kan
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Starlink Is Throttling Certain Users, With Little Explanation

Affected customers appear to have used at least 5TB of data in a month, which is a lot for the average person. However, Starlink's Residential plan advertises unlimited data.

By Michael Kan
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Starlink Discount Attracts 2,000 Users in Memphis Amid Data Center Complaints

Starlink's 50% off deal seems appealing enough to convince some residents in the Memphis area to dump their traditional ISPs for the satellite internet service.

By Michael Kan
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Starlink Mobile and AST? This Prepaid Carrier Wants to Offer Both

US Mobile's CEO tells Reddit users that his MVNO plans on offering both Starlink Mobile and AST SpaceMobile later this year.

By Michael Kan
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SpaceX Petitions FCC to Block Viasat Satellite Over Starlink Interference Risk

Citing a 'severe interference' threat, SpaceX urges the FCC to deny US market access to the Viasat-3 F2 satellite as it prepares to kick off services next month with faster speeds.

By Michael Kan
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New Obstacle for Starlink? Chinese Rocket May Have Ejected Debris

Space debris tracking provider LeoLabs says its radars picked up 'tens to hundreds of fragments' from the Chinese Long March 6C rocket, which launched earlier this week.

By Michael Kan
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Facing Complaints, Starlink Offers New Plan for Small Boat Owners

Starlink users in the boating community report receiving emails about the new 'Personal Maritime' plan for $185 per month.

By Michael Kan
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SpaceX Pushes FCC to Scrutinize Rocket Lab-Iridium Deal Amid Spectrum Clash

SpaceX wants the agency to closely examine the acquisition amid a dispute over next-gen Starlink gateways potentially causing radio interference with Iridium's systems.

By Michael Kan
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Trick Out Your Starlink Dish: See Our Expert's Favorite Mounts and Accessories

Just joining the satellite internet revolution? I'm PCMag's Starlink specialist. Here's my guide to all the official accessories, plus advice on which ones will actually make your experience smoother.

By Brian Westover
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Starlink Offers Huge Discount for Those Living Near New Starbase Louisiana Site

SpaceX provides the same 50% discount to people living near a controversial data center complex in Memphis, Tennessee.

By Michael Kan
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Over $10,000? Starlink's Referral Program Offers Cash and a Catch

A change to Starlink's referral program now opens the door to cash rewards. Too bad it doesn't apply retroactively for subscribers who've already referred dozens of customers.

By Michael Kan
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SpaceX Ends Falcon 9 Starlink Flights From Florida to Prioritize Starship

SpaceX will use Starship to send up more advanced V3 satellites during the next test flight. It also announced plans for a major new spaceport along the Louisiana Gulf Coast.

By Michael Kan
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Thousands Are Calling, Chatting With Starlink's AI to Place Orders

SpaceX's AI business reveals details about it progress in using Grok to handle customer support for the satellite internet service.

By Michael Kan
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