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T-Mobile takes potshots at AT&T and Verizon as it launches ‘T-Satellite’ service

by Harry Baldock | Jul 24, 2025

This week, T-Mobile has concluded the open beta phase of its D2D satellite service, officially launching it under the name ‘T-Satellite’.

Telstra launches direct-to-device satellite service with Starlink

by Harry Baldock | Jun 3, 2025

Australian telco Telstra has announced the launch of its direct-to-device (D2D) satellite text messaging service through its partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink.

Ofcom wants UK to be ‘first in Europe’ to use direct-to-device satellite services

by Harry Baldock | Mar 26, 2025

This week, UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has proposed new rules that would allow D2D satellite services to be provided using the same spectrum and terrestrial mobile networks.

T-Mobile expands free Starlink trial to AT&T and Verizon customers

by Harry Baldock | Feb 11, 2025

In a Superbowl commercial last weekend, T-Mobile announced the launch of T-Mobile Starlink, a new satellite-based service that aims to eliminate mobile dead zones in remote areas of the US.

FCC rejects SpaceX’s request for spectrum

by Harry Baldock | Apr 2, 2024

The FCC’s Space Bureau has rejected SpaceX’s requests to use spectrum in the 1.6 GHz, 2 GHz, and 2.4 GHz bands to provide mobile services via its next generation Starlink satellites.