Starlink, T-Mobile and us

T-Mobile users can try Starlink-enabled phone service for free during beta
T-Mobile said the Starlink-enabled service will be "much more user friendly" than previous satellite phone services. The carrier said "users will not need to hold their phone up to search for a signal. Both inbound and outbound messages are sent and received just like any other message."
T-Mobile users can try Starlink's satellite service for free - here's how
At launch -- projected for early 2025 -- Starlink will support only texting, but T-Mobile shares that the service eventually will be expanding to data and voice. The free beta will provide users with high-speed internet connectivity in challenging-to-access places such as rural locations, concerts, and even airplanes.
T-Mobile and SpaceX's Starlink Prep for Beta Test of Satellite Cellphone Service
T-Mobile and SpaceX first announced their partnership back in 2022 combining some of T-Mobile's wireless spectrum with SpaceX's satellites. SpaceX put its first satellites capable of the service into orbit in January of this year and has has since been building out its constellation of capable Starlink satellites.
Starlink's First Nationwide Satellite Texting Service is Live
One NZ has partnered with Starlink to use its satellite technology and introduced a countrywide satellite text messaging service called One NZ Satellite TXT. This makes it the first telecom company in the world to provide a Starlink Direct to Mobile service.
T-Mobile and Starlink launch beta program for satellite connectivity
On Monday, the telecom company shared that it has opened registration for a Starlink beta program. All T-Mobile customers can register to join the beta program and test out the satellite messaging feature. But spaces are limited, and T-Mobile is prioritizing first responder individuals and organizations, said the announcement.
T-Mobile Starlink starts beta program for its direct-to-cell satellite service
This uses satellites that act as regular cell towers - you don't need a phone with special hardware like you do with current satellite messaging options.
T-Mobile Opens Registration for Beta Satellite Service Using Starlink
T-Mobile and Starlink have this idea that there could be a world where there are no dead zones. By connecting the two, we could see a service where your T-Mobile data plan includes access to Starlink’s satellite internet service and your phone could access a
Registered for T-Mobile's satellite messaging beta? It may not work on your phone
T-Mobile and Starlink's satellite messaging service won't be available to everyone registering for the beta program.
T-Mobile customers can register now to test its upcoming satellite service with Starlink
The beta is "open and free" for its postpaid voice customers with a "compatible device." T-Mobile states the beta is expected to kick off in early 2025. Recently, T-Mobile and Starlink received the FCC's go-ahead for its satellite service,
Starlink connectivity on iPhone is almost here, beta registration now open
Earlier this week, T-Mobile announced that you can now register to beta test Starlink connectivity on your mobile phone, with ...
T-Mobile's Starlink Beta Program Is On The Way: Here's How To Sign Up
T-Mobile and Starlink paired up in 2022 to expand coverage, and it has been announced the beta program is finally ready. Here ...
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‘We have lift-off!’ One NZ launches first nationwide D2C texting service with Starlink
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Starlink's Direct-To-Cell Service Now Live in New Zealand Nationwide, A World's First via One NZ
New Zealand is the first to deliver a nationwide satellite texting experience using Starlink's Direct-To-Cell service.
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Huge Rockets, Even Bigger Discounts? What to Expect From Starlink in 2025
SpaceX's satellite internet service had a big 2024, but does it have the momentum and political clout to continue its ascent?