SpaceX is making serious moves to establish Starlink Mobile as a legitimate mobile carrier in the United States. The company has acquired low-frequency spectrum licenses that will let it integrate its direct-to-cell satellite network with terrestrial mobile infrastructure, enabling signals to penetrate walls and buildings—a crucial advantage for reliable coverage.
The expansion doesn't stop there. SpaceX has received approval to deploy 15,000 Starlink Mobile V2 satellites, which are designed to deliver over 100 times more bandwidth than the current generation. This significant capacity upgrade suggests SpaceX is serious about competing with established carriers and delivering meaningful coverage improvements to customers nationwide.