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
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
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
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
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
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
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