With all our connectivity options, the ability to pinpoint precise locations on the globe has become integral to numerous industries and everyday applications. This capability is powered by sophisticated satellite systems, primarily known as GPS and GNSS. While these acronyms are often used interchangeably, they refer to distinct technologies with unique features and applications. This […]
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Starlink: When It Makes Sense to Use It (and When It Doesn’t)
In the rapidly expanding universe of internet connectivity, Starlink, a satellite internet service provided by SpaceX, has emerged as a game-changer for many. Its mission to provide high-speed internet across the globe, especially in underserved areas, has both intrigued and confused potential users about its best applications. This comprehensive look aims to demystify when it […]
AT&T Assists AST SpaceMobile’s Historic 5G Satellite Call
With the backing of AT&T, AST SpaceMobile, a cellular satellite enterprise, recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone. They established the very first 5G connection between an unaltered smartphone and a satellite orbiting in space. The call took place on September 8th, 2023, over a Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone. AST SpaceMobile originated the call from a wireless […]
Can Satellites Support 5G Service?
Sateliot, a satellite communications provider based in Spain, has successfully launched its first low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite. This marks the first step towards its plan to eventually have 250 satellites in orbit to support 5G-based narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) connections. The 22-pound device was launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that took off from Vandenburg […]
What Alternatives Can Be Used to Expand 5G Coverage
Qualcomm Technologies, Ericsson and French aerospace company Thales announced this week that they would be starting work together. Their intention is to make 5G connections available everywhere through the use of space. The partnership formed within months of 3GPP having been approved for satellite-driven 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (5G NTNs). This global effort will be accomplished […]
SpaceX has a new premium satellite service with faster speeds at 5 times the cost of the standard service
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, tweeted some big news on Tuesday. The tweet included a link to their website with mention of a new Starlink Premium service plan. The Starlink satellite Internet service has been offering a standard plan to users. The plan costs $99 per month, plus a one time $499 fee for a […]
Verizon and Amazon Team Up to Deliver High Speed Data Services to the U.S.
Providing high speed Internet to everyone in the U.S. has seemed to be a nationwide goal for decades. Until recently, that goal hasn’t been anywhere near achieved. Much like the current space race, Amazon is battling Elon Musk’s satellite project with their project Kuiper to make this goal a reality. Project Kuiper is what runs […]
