Satellite Direct to Cell Service

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I saw (but can’t find) a post about Starlink SMS on T-Mobile and whether it would work with Mint Mobile or other MVNOs. The satellite constellation was completed this week, so I found the T-Mobile Beta sign-up page, gave them my name, email and phone number. Got a immediate welcome email saying the beta starts next month.

I’m a Mint customer, so that is good news. I’ll post updates as I exercise the service. They are supposed to add data and voice by the end of 2025.

Gonna have to add a flip up cover to the L5 so I will have a real Star Trek communicator!

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Let me help with that: T-Mobile opens beta test signups for its Starlink satellite cell service

I wonder what the “compatible device” is? Apple phones only? Sure, satellites are good in remote area coverage, but I’m not very keen on using that particular system - besides, I’d like to be able to look at the night sky.

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I’m sure it will be immediately apparent if it means anything beyond GSM. I activated this SIM on Mint in a Pine Phone, then moved the SIM to the L5 when it arrived.

I live out in the tules, so I appreciate a dark sky, however I also appreciate seeing Starlink trains, Iridium glints and the ISS.

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This et seq? Does Purism Plan on Adding 5G as an Option for the Librem 5? - #16 by StevenR

This? A Reason for Librem 5 5G Modem!

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Jeez, that second thread was mine… I wonder why my forum searches didn’t turn them up.

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