SpaceX has made a significant technological advance by demonstrating the Direct-to-cell connectivity feature of its Starlink satellite internet service. The company enabled a seamless video call between two standard smartphones without the need for traditional cellular infrastructure.
How does Starlink Direct Cellular Connection technology work?
Direct Cellular Connection (direct-to-cell) technology developed by SpaceX enables Starlink satellites to communicate directly with standard smartphones and other mobile devices. In this way, direct internet connection can be provided to mobile devices via Starlink without the need for traditional cellular base station infrastructure.
How was the smartphone call experiment carried out?
At the event, SpaceX connected two standard smartphones to the Starlink network, allowing users to make a seamless video call thanks to this technology. This demonstration proved that Starlink enables uninterrupted internet access via mobile devices, thanks to its cellular features.
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The importance of Starlink’s cellular connectivity features
This successful demonstration demonstrates the future potential of Starlink technology. Especially in regions where traditional cellular infrastructure is limited, this new feature of Starlink will be able to provide users with reliable and high-speed internet access via their mobile devices. This will make a significant contribution to the goals of closing the digital divide and universal connectivity.
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