Dec 16, 2024 · The T-Mobile Starlink beta program is open and free for all T-Mobile postpaid voice customers with a compatible device. The beta gives a historic sneak peek to a not-so-distant future mostly free of cellular dead zones.

Starlink Direct to Cell technology acts like a cellphone tower in space, integrating with T-Mobile ’s network almost anywhere you can see the sky. Coming soon, you’ll be able to send and receive satellite-powered text messages, with plans to pursue voice and data coverage next.

T-Mobile Starlink currently supports sending and receiving text messages, location sharing and texting 911 emergency services while connected to Starlink's satellites, with plans to pursue voice and data coverage next. During the beta test, the T-Mobile Starlink services will only be available while in the US. This service will not work ...

Sep 3, 2024 · Elon Musk is signaling that 'direct to cell' Starlink capability for phones could go beyond T-Mobile to other carriers, such as AT&T and Verizon, assuming they want it. T-Mobile might not be...

5 days ago · Also: T-Mobile customers can score a new Galaxy S25 series smartphone for free.Here's how. On a recent 12-hour flight, I had the chance to experience Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi and was fascinated by ...

Dec 16, 2024 · T-Mobile today said it opened registration for the "T-Mobile Starlink" beta service that will enable text messaging via satellites in dead zones not covered by cell towers.

Dec 16, 2024 · On Monday, the two companies announced that they have opened up registration for T-Mobile Starlink, their joint program that allows T-Mobile users to connect to SpaceX's Starlink satellites...

Dec 16, 2024 · T-Mobile and Starlink are marching forward with their plan to offer cell service via satellite. The provider is opening up registrations for anyone who wants to beta test the creatively...

5 days ago · T-Mobile users who signed up for the beta test have already started receiving links to join, so if you've been waiting to test this out, keep checking your e-mail. All DTC-equipped satellites will perform regular Starlink tasks in addition to their direct-to-cell duties, meaning that there should be impact on Starlink satellite internet service.

Nov 26, 2024 · T-Mobile and SpaceX first announced plans for using Starlink to bolster T-Mobile's cell coverage back in 2022, with the plan to initially support SMS texting and eventually voice and...