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T-Mobile Launches Starlink-Powered Satellite Texting Service for All Carriers

With over 650 Starlink satellites, T-Satellite enables off-grid messaging plus location sharing at no cost for premium subscribers, with a $10 promotional fee for other users.

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Overview

  • At launch, T-Satellite supports SMS messaging and geolocation updates, automatically connecting in areas without cellular coverage.
  • The network taps into more than 650 low-Earth orbit satellites, covering the continental US, Hawaii, parts of southern Alaska and Puerto Rico.
  • The service works on over 60 iOS and Android devices, including iPhone 13 and newer, Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S21 and later.
  • Experience Beyond and Go5G subscribers get free access while all other users can subscribe at $10 per month before the rate increases to $15.
  • T-Mobile plans to add picture messaging, voice notes and optimized app data support in future updates.