The world of satellite technology was abuzz recently when SpaceX announced the successful launch of two dozen of their mini-satellites, aptly named ‘Starlink’, from Cape Canaveral in Florida. The momentous event marks a major milestone for the company and for the satellite industry at large, as these minisatellites are the first of their kind. The… Continue reading New Image Is Our First Look at SpaceX’s ‘Mini’ Starlink in Orbit
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Alarmed by Satellite Constellations, Astronomers Petition the UN for Help
Astronomers around the world are calling on the United Nations to take action in response to the rapid increase in the number of satellites being launched into orbit. Astronomers are concerned that, if left unchecked, the unchecked expansion of satellite constellations will have a major impact on their ability to observe the night sky and… Continue reading Alarmed by Satellite Constellations, Astronomers Petition the UN for Help
Terran Orbital Scores $2.4 Billion Deal to Develop 300 Satellites for Rivada
Since its founding in 2016, Terran Orbital has quickly become one of the most successful new companies in the satellite industry. Founded by former NASA and US intelligence personnel, the company’s mission is to bring the world’s best space technology to commercial operations. That mission has now been given a major boost, as Terran Orbital… Continue reading Terran Orbital Scores $2.4 Billion Deal to Develop 300 Satellites for Rivada
This Bluetooth fob turns iPhones or Android devices into two-way satellite messengers
Bluetooth technology has been taking the world by storm, and its use continues to grow. One of the latest innovations in Bluetooth technology is the Satellite Messenger, a device that can turn iPhones and Android devices into two-way satellite messengers. The product works by enabling your mobile phone to connect to a local satellite network.… Continue reading This Bluetooth fob turns iPhones or Android devices into two-way satellite messengers
SpaceX Falcon 9 Delivers 5-Ton Communications Satellite to Orbit
On March 4, 2021, SpaceX successfully sent its 5-ton communications satellite into orbit with its Falcon 9 rocket. This marked yet another important milestone in the space exploration progress the aerospace company has made in the last few years. The satellite, named Arabsat-6A, was commissioned for the Dubai-based Arabsat organization and is the first of… Continue reading SpaceX Falcon 9 Delivers 5-Ton Communications Satellite to Orbit
Where are the satellites, Samsung?
For many years, Samsung has been one of the leading players in the satellite market. With its array of satellite products, it has always held a prominent position in the market. However, recently there have been some questions as to where Samsung’s satellites have gone. The most popular theory as to why Samsung is no… Continue reading Where are the satellites, Samsung?
FCC Agrees to Form Space Bureau to Keep Up With Growing Satellite Industry
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced their groundbreaking decision to form a dedicated bureau to monitor and regulate the growing satellite industry. This milestone will have far-reaching implications for the satellite and communications industry, as well as the wider space technology sector. The proposed Space Bureau will be solely dedicated to monitoring and regulating… Continue reading FCC Agrees to Form Space Bureau to Keep Up With Growing Satellite Industry
Qualcomm partners with Iridium to bring satellite messaging to Android phones
The ever-growing dependency of people on their mobile devices has prompted a new partnership between design and innovation giant Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Iridium Communications Inc. Together the two firms will deliver a satellite communication messaging service to Qualcomm-powered Android devices. The Qualcomm-Iridium messaging service, which will provide users with access to a two-way messaging… Continue reading Qualcomm partners with Iridium to bring satellite messaging to Android phones
SpaceX Wants to Start Launching Its Next Generation Starlink Satellites Before the End of the Year
SpaceX wants to launch its next-generation satellites to build a global internet network that will be faster, more reliable and less expensive than anything currently available by the end of the year. The space exploration company recently received the necessary regulatory approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to begin launching its second generation… Continue reading SpaceX Wants to Start Launching Its Next Generation Starlink Satellites Before the End of the Year
Apple’s Satellite Emergency Services Lead to Another Rescue
When faced with a harrowing emergency, having a reliable way to contact help is critical. Technology company Apple has recently made a major contribution to improving this access by introducing their Satellite Emergency Services program. This program leverages the power of satellite technology to provide an easy-to-use emergency communications service to anyone that needs it,… Continue reading Apple’s Satellite Emergency Services Lead to Another Rescue