Starlink satellites numbers grow after successful launches

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42 more Starlink satellites were put into orbit at the weekend.

A total of 42 satellites were added to Starlink’s fleet, include 13 with direct to cell capabilities.At the weekend, SpaceX conducted two Falcon 9 launches carrying Starlink satellites to orbit. In total, 42 satellites were added to Starlink’s fleet.. This technology allows users to text via Starlink satellites rather than traditional cell towers. Starlink hopes to introduce direct to cell capabilities for voice and data in 2025.

We have received multiple calls into the newsroom about a line of fast-moving lights in the sky tonight. It's the While Starlink isn’t the only company placing satellites into low-Earth orbit, it is launching more satellites frequently than others and an expected fleet of 42 000 is worth being concerned about.

 

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