Starlink Mobile’s next-gen V2 service launches in Japan
Starlink Mobile is launching its next-generation V2 service in Japan in partnership with Docomo, offering 5G speeds for mobile phones including streaming, browsing, and voice calls. The current V1 service already connects more than 6.5 million Docomo customers in remote areas through apps and messaging.
How far away is the time when satellite internet and calls becomes a common standard? I'm quite looking forward to it.
How does Starlink Mobile work and who operates it?
Starlink Mobile is an internet and mobile communication service from SpaceX that uses a network of satellites in low Earth orbit. In individual countries, it is operated by local mobile operators in partnership with Starlink – in Japan, that is the operator Docomo.
What are the practical benefits of satellite internet?
Satellite internet enables connectivity in areas where terrestrial infrastructure hasn't been built – in rural areas, mountains, or at sea. Starlink promises lower latency and higher speeds than earlier generations of satellite services due to its low-orbit satellites.
What is the difference between V1 and V2 Starlink Mobile service?
The V1 service in Japan only allows apps and messaging through a dedicated application. The V2 service is intended to be a full-fledged mobile service with 5G speeds, including voice calls and streaming, available directly on standard mobile phones.
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