SpaceX demonstrated the operation of its promising Direct to Cell satellite communications service, designed to provide mobile communications anywhere in the world via Starlink satellites.
Satellite communications
Revolution in telecommunications
Since 2022, SpaceX, created by Elon Musk, has been developing an innovative satellite system Direct to Cell communications. This ambitious project is designed to provide an unprecedented level of mobile communications, allowing calls and data transfers via satellites in any corner of the planet. To implement such a large-scale undertaking, SpaceX is working closely with the leading American operator T-Mobile, as well as other international telecommunications companies.
Successful video communication test
SpaceX recently made significant progress in the development of Direct to Cell by conducting an impressive demonstration of the capabilities of this system. On social network X (formerly Twitter), the company posted a video of its employees making a video call via Starlink satellites. It is noteworthy that standard mobile phones without any modifications, connected to the Direct to Cell service, were used for communication. Thus, this video call was the first of its kind.
Ready for launch
Just a couple of months before this event, SpaceX notified the FCC US Communications (FCC) that Direct to Cell fully meets or exceeds its testing goals. Despite some blurring of the image during the demo video call, experts note that the system works stably and is generally ready for launch.
Development prospects
According to the plan, the commercial launch of Direct to Cell will take place this year, but at first the service will only support the transfer of text messages. Full voice and data communications are expected in 2025. There is no doubt that the introduction of SpaceX's revolutionary satellite mobile communications technology will be a true breakthrough in the field of telecommunications, opening new horizons for global communications.
Glossary
- SpaceX is a leading American space technology and advanced technology company founded by Elon Musk.
- Starlink is SpaceX's global satellite network that provides high-speed Internet access.
- Direct to Cell is an innovative satellite communications system from SpaceX that allows you to make calls and transfer data using satellites.
- T-Mobile is one of the largest mobile operators in the United States, a partner of SpaceX in the Direct to Cell project.
Links
Answers to questions
What new satellite services is SpaceX developing?
Which companies is SpaceX collaborating with as part of the Direct to Cell project?
How did SpaceX demonstrate the Direct to Cell service?
What features will Direct to Cell have at launch?
What progress has already been made in the development of the Direct to Cell service?
Hashtags
Save a link to this article
Discussion of the topic – SpaceX hosts first-ever satellite video call via Starlink Direct to Cell
In 2022, SpaceX began work on the revolutionary Starlink Direct to Cell satellite communications service. In collaboration with T-Mobile and other operators, the company plans to launch the service in 2024. SpaceX recently reached a major milestone and demonstrated the service's capabilities by making the first-ever satellite video call.
Latest comments
8 comments
Write a comment
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are checked *
Максим
Cool🤩, finally heard the news about this 'Direct to Cell'. A direct video call on a social network is absolutely something 🚀! It would be better to launch it fully, I can’t wait to test it.
София
Yes, the technology looks promising👍🏼 SpaceX have been working hard on this. I wonder if they will partner with other carriers besides T-Mobile?
Виктор
I'm skeptical about this kind of innovation 😒 Lest this idea turn out to be a waste again. So many similar 'innovations' were promised, and then everything died out.
Анна
Victor, don't be such a grump😄 Yes, new products don't always live up to expectations, but sometimes they turn out to be revolutionary. Let's wait for the full launch and then judge.
Павел
I think it's very cool that 'Direct to Cell' will work on regular phones without any modifications📲 Imagine how convenient this is when traveling or when you fall out of the operator's network.
Анастасия
I agree, the ability to directly access the Internet via satellites is a great thing!🛰️ In addition, SpaceX will gradually add voice communications and data transmission. Every year the progress is more and more impressive.
Виктор
Don’t delude yourself👺, it’s still unknown how everything will work in practice and how much it will cost. Me too, the Internet via satellites, as if it were something new...
Максим
Well, what if they give good tariffs for an adequate price, then why not 🤔 Again, the more competition in the market, the better for ordinary users!