With its Starlink project, it seeks to offer quality internet connection via a network of satellites, and its new feature could well be more useful than ever.
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A satellite network to connect the world
Elon Musk, with his company SpaceX, has already managed to connect thousands of people to the Internet thanks to Starlink. This network of satellites in low Earth orbit allows a connection in the most remote areas.
Starlink has proven its effectiveness in war zones and disaster areas. Now Musk wants to take it a step further with a new feature: Starlink Direct-to-cell.
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Starlink Direct-to-cell: a new era of connectivity
The Starlink Direct-to-cell service will allow any smartphone with 4G to connect directly to the satellite network. This could solve many connectivity issues.
The first services planned are text messaging this year, while phone calls are expected in 2025. The rollout will take time, but the impact could be immense.
A free service for emergency calls
The most striking point of this announcement is that emergency calls will be free. No subscription will be necessary to contact emergency services from a dead zone.
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Elon Musk said the feature will be available worldwide, subject to approval by local governments. The move could save lives.
| 🔍 | Résumé |
|---|---|
| 💡 | Global connectivity with Starlink |
| 📶 | Starlink Direct-to-cell pour smartphones 4G |
| 🚨 | Free emergency calls for all |
The pricing specifics of Starlink Direct-to-cell are not yet clear. Currently, Internet access via Starlink costs 40 euros per month. It is difficult to predict the cost of the mobile network.
- Connexion Internet via satellites
- Text service starting this year
- Phone calls planned for 2025
- Free emergency calls
The speed of this implementation will depend on the deployment of satellites dedicated to the Direct-to-cell functionality. Users will therefore have to be patient.
What do you think about this bold move by Elon Musk? Can it really change the way we communicate in emergencies?
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