Starlink V2 will allow people to send MMS, text, and some messaging apps when they have a clear view of the sky. Select areas will have the beta version launched next year. Sievert said this is a groundbreaking alliance. He said two industry-shaking innovators are challenging the ancient ways. They are adopting modern ways to connect with customers and scaring away the competition.
When is the launch?
Elon Musk said that Starlink V2 will launch next year and eliminate dead zones worldwide by transmitting directly to mobiles. The connectivity will be 2-4 megabits for one zone. He tweeted it would be great for voice calls and texts but not for high bandwidth.
Elon Musk also said he would use the new technology for his electric vehicle, Tesla, for premium connectivity.
Most smartphones on the network of T-Mobile will be new-service compatible using their devices’ old radio. Musk said that dead zones would no longer exist with this new technology anywhere on Earth. This would be groundbreaking, as it seems.
FAQs
Q1. What is the alliance?
A1. The alliance is between SpaceX and T-Mobile.
Q2. When is the Starlink V2 going to be operational?
A2. It will launch next year.
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