Overview
- SpaceX unveiled the Starlink Mini 2 on Tuesday, announcing invitation-only preorders for select U.S. customers with initial shipments expected in mid-December.
- The Mini 2 adds a removable 71 Wh quick-swap battery that SpaceX says provides up to 4.5 hours of run time and can be charged or the dish powered over 60W USB-C.
- The device also packs an integrated Wi‑Fi 6 router with roughly 1,800 sq ft coverage, keeps an IP67 dust-and-water rating, and is thinner than the original Mini.
- Starlink’s reported $999 preorder price includes one year of Roam Unlimited, a refundable $100 deposit, and the remaining balance at shipment, while SpaceX has not listed a hardware-only price.
- Unverified third-party listings and the lack of official international pricing leave questions about spare-battery costs, whether battery swaps keep a live connection, and when broader sales will begin.