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Satellite internet revolutionizes everything: Starlink launches mobile connection for just US$15!

Written by Rafaela Fabris
Published 14/02/2025 às 09:28
Satellite internet revolutionizes everything: Starlink launches mobile connection for just US$15!
Starlink already offers satellite internet in Brazil. The residential plan costs R$184 per month, but you need to buy the installation kit for R$2.400. There is also a travel plan, which allows you to connect while traveling within the country, for R$450 per month.

Satellite internet is moving from a futuristic concept to an affordable solution in the United States. SpaceX’s Starlink company has taken a major step forward by partnering with T-Mobile, allowing its customers to use satellite internet for just $15 per month. This means that even in places without a cellular signal, the connection will still be available.

The announcement of this new feature was made during the Super Bowl, one of the most watched events in the world, guaranteeing great visibility. And for good reason! The promise is to completely transform the way people connect, especially in remote areas where telecommunications infrastructure is limited.

For now, Starlink's satellite internet for mobile phones is only available in the US. But the company may expand to other countries in the future!
For now, Starlink's satellite internet for mobile phones is only available in the US. But the company may expand to other countries in the future!

Starlink's proposal is simple and efficient. If the user is without a T-Mobile signal, the cell phone will automatically connect to the company's satellites. Initially, the service will be limited to text messages, but soon it will be possible to make calls and access mobile data.

This advancement eliminates the need for landline phone towers, opening up a range of possibilities for millions of people. It's as if outer space itself were providing cell phone signals, something that previously seemed like the stuff of science fiction.

The impact of connectivity in remote areas

The arrival of this technology represents a relief for those who live or work in remote locations. Travelers, rural workers and residents of isolated regions will have a reliable and affordable connection, without having to rely on traditional coverage.

In cases of natural disasters, where cell towers can be damaged, satellite internet can be the difference between being able to call for help or not. This innovation makes communication more resilient and secure, ensuring that no one is disconnected when they need it most.

Partnership with AT&T and Verizon

Most surprisingly, AT&T and Verizon customers will also be able to test this technology. Despite the competition between these operators, the collaboration demonstrates a step forward in the telecommunications sector, which is focused on expanding internet access.

A T-Mobile executive compared the project to “putting cell towers in space,” something that until recently seemed impossible. Starlink already operates on every continent and has more than 5.000 satellites in orbit, showing that the sky is literally no longer the limit for connectivity.

The future of satellite internet

Satellite connectivity for mobile phones is just beginning, but expectations are high. In the coming months, the technology should enable voice calls and even video streaming, making the service even more useful.

There great chances that other countries will receive this news, depending on negotiations with local operators. And as Starlink's infrastructure grows, costs may decrease, making satellite internet a viable alternative even for those living in urban centers.

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ALEXSANDRE CARVALHO COELHO
ALEXSANDRE CARVALHO COELHO
15/02/2025 12:31

📱Wi-Fi
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ALEXSANDRE CARVALHO COELHO

Alex Sandro Moura
Alex Sandro Moura(@saudacoes_2020)
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17/02/2025 19:16

I want to connect my cell phone

Levin
Levin
19/02/2025 12:27

How to connect

Rafaela Fabris

He talks about innovation, renewable energy, oil and gas. With over 1.200 articles published in the CPG, he updates daily on opportunities in the Brazilian job market. Suggestions for topics: rafafabris11@gmail.com

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