In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected is more important than ever. With the advent of satellite technology, we are now able to send messages from virtually anywhere on the planet, even in remote areas where traditional cellular networks may not reach. If you have an iPhone and find yourself in a situation where you need… Continue reading How to connect your iPhone to a satellite to send messages
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Pixel’s new satellite feature could show people where you are on Google Maps
Google has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, constantly updating and improving its products and services to enhance user experience. One of its most popular offerings, Google Maps, has become an indispensable tool for navigation, exploration, and finding local businesses. Now, Google is taking its mapping capabilities to the next level with the… Continue reading Pixel’s new satellite feature could show people where you are on Google Maps
India to launch solar observatory mission Aditya-L1 this week
This week, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is set to launch a very special mission – Aditya-L1, the nation’s first satellite dedicated to solar observation and research. Scheduled to be launched from India’s southernmost spaceport at Sriharikota, the mission is expected to provide valuable data that could help scientists better understand how the Sun… Continue reading India to launch solar observatory mission Aditya-L1 this week
Facing Crunch
Amazon’s Project Kuiper, the company’s initiative to build a network of low-Earth orbit satellites for broadband internet access, is making headlines once again. While the company originally planned to use rockets to launch its first satellites, it is now turning to air-launched systems for its debut launch. The shift to an air-launched system for the… Continue reading Facing Crunch
Facing Crunch
The race to bring high speed internet to the world is in full swing, and Amazon is at the wheel of their project Kuiper for a piece of the pie. Originally slated for a 2021 launch, Amazon’s space projects have faced major delays and hardware issues, creating a time crunch for Kuiper to make its… Continue reading Facing Crunch
SpaceX Sets New Record With Successful Launch of Heaviest Communications Satellite
The private American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company, SpaceX, made history on Tuesday by setting a new record with the successful launch of the heaviest-ever communications satellite—the ABS-8—into orbit. In what was SpaceX’s second mission of 2020—and the second flight of the company’s powerful Falcon Heavy launch vehicle—the 6,000-kilogram satellite lifted off from… Continue reading SpaceX Sets New Record With Successful Launch of Heaviest Communications Satellite
New Lockheed Martin Company Wants to Build a Satellite Constellation Around the Moon
For years, the space race has brought the world together in an effort to explore and use the final frontier as a tool for both discovery and gaining more insight into our universe. Now, Lockheed Martin, one of the top space exploration companies in the world, has announced plans to build a satellite constellation around… Continue reading New Lockheed Martin Company Wants to Build a Satellite Constellation Around the Moon
Starlink Rival OneWeb Poised for Global Coverage After Weekend Launch
On Saturday, February 27th, rival space internet provider OneWeb completed its second successful launch of its satellite constellation, destined to cover the entire globe with broadband internet. This launch, made possible by Arianespace, is aimed at providing internet access to people in remote areas around the world, from Peru to Afghanistan. OneWeb’s internet service has… Continue reading Starlink Rival OneWeb Poised for Global Coverage After Weekend Launch
Amazon unveils three satellite user terminals, plans broadband service in 2024
On April 13th, Amazon unveiled three satellite user terminals designed to bring high-speed broadband services to remote areas of the world by 2024. The satellites are part of Amazon’s initiative to get broadband service to millions of people without access to reliable internet. The initiative, known as Project Kuiper, is set to launch 3,236 satellites… Continue reading Amazon unveils three satellite user terminals, plans broadband service in 2024
Amazon’s Starlink Competitor Targeting “Less Than $400” Dish As Baseline
In response to the growing success of Amazon’s Starlink satellite internet service, a new competitor is entering the market with the goal of providing high-speed internet to more people at a lower cost. The unnamed offering is targeting a baseline dish cost of “less than $400” in order to make satellite internet services more accessible.… Continue reading Amazon’s Starlink Competitor Targeting “Less Than $400” Dish As Baseline