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T-Mobile’s T-Satellite Connects 93,700 During Texas Floods

7/29/2025

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T-Mobile Launches Connectivity

T-Mobile's T-Satellite service launched on July 23, offering satellite connectivity for iPhone 13 and newer, plus select Android devices.
Users can access text messaging and location sharing for free with premium plans or for $10/month.
Starlink's extensive network of over 650 satellites covers the continental U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
During Texas floods, T-Satellite connected 93,700 users, facilitating 287,000 SMS messages and 125 emergency alerts.

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Starlink Enhances Connectivity

SpaceX's Starlink launched 24 polar orbit satellites, improving connectivity in remote areas like Alaska and Antarctica.
The satellites offer sub-25 millisecond latency and download speeds comparable to traditional broadband.
Starlink's revenue reached $11.8 billion in 2025, with a projected increase to $15.5 billion by year-end.
Collaborations with telecom firms, including T-Mobile, are integrating satellite services into 5G networks.
The satellite internet market is projected to grow from $10.4 billion in 2024 to $22.6 billion by 2030.

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T-Mobile Launches Connectivity

T-Mobile's T-Satellite service launched on July 23, offering satellite connectivity for iPhone 13 and newer, plus select Android devices.
Users can access text messaging and location sharing for free with premium plans or for $10/month.
Starlink's extensive network of over 650 satellites covers the continental U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
During Texas floods, T-Satellite connected 93,700 users, facilitating 287,000 SMS messages and 125 emergency alerts.

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