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AT&T and Verizon Challenge SpaceX's Starlink Mobile Plans

The telecom giants urge the FCC to reject a waiver request, citing potential interference with terrestrial networks.

  • AT&T and Verizon have filed complaints with the FCC against SpaceX's Starlink and T-Mobile's direct-to-cell satellite service.
  • The companies argue that SpaceX's requested emission limits could harm existing mobile networks.
  • SpaceX claims the current FCC limits are too restrictive and not feasible for their satellite operations.
  • Both AT&T and Verizon are developing their own satellite-to-phone services with AST SpaceMobile.
  • SpaceX and T-Mobile maintain their service will not interfere with other wireless operations.
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