FCC Grants Starlink Limited Approval for Satellite-Based Phone Service
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SpaceX's Starlink receives FCC approval to provide satellite cellular coverage across the US through T-Mobile partnership. The service will begin with texting in 2024, expanding to voice and data in 2025, though some technical requests remain pending.
T-Mobile and AT&T Resist FCC's Proposed 60-Day Phone Unlocking Rule
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Major US carriers T-Mobile and AT&T oppose an FCC proposal requiring phone unlocking after 60 days, citing potential reductions in handset subsidies. The debate highlights tensions between carrier business models and consumer flexibility.
SpaceX's Starlink Revolution: Gigabit Speeds on the Horizon
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SpaceX seeks FCC approval for major Starlink upgrades, promising tenfold speed increases. Proposed changes include lower satellite orbits and enhanced hardware, potentially delivering gigabit-per-second broadband worldwide.