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January 3, 2024
SpaceX Starlink to Launch First Direct-to-Cell Internet Satellites
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Contributed by: Reid Stephan
Summary
SpaceX launching first six Starlink satellites for direct-to-cell internet service, if not on Jan. 2 possibly Jan.3. Launch livestream 15mins before lift off on platform X. Launch counts 21 satellites total, exceeding 5000 in orbit. Tech allowing space-based internet on smartphones, boosts Starlink profitability whilst continuing Mars human mission plan.
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