Overview
- SpaceX announced the Starlink Mini 2 on Tuesday and opened invitation-only preorders in the U.S. at $999, with the purchase including 12 months of Roam Unlimited service.
- The device ships with a removable 71 Wh battery that SpaceX says delivers up to 4.5 hours of operation and can be hot-swapped without tools to extend run time.
- Mini 2 upgrades include Wi‑Fi 6 coverage for roughly 1,800 square feet, an IP67 dust- and water-resistant enclosure, and a thinner 23.1 mm body that weighs about 3.53 pounds with the battery.
- The pack and terminal support 60W USB‑C Power Delivery so users can charge the battery or run the unit directly from a USB‑C source, and the retail kit includes a 60W wall adapter and three-meter USB‑C cable.
- SpaceX says broader availability is coming but has not announced international or Canadian pricing or dates, and some outlets report invitee shipments may begin in mid‑December.