What is the Amazon Leo modem module?

The Amazon Leo modem module is a compact unit designed for government and enterprise customers that embeds Leo's network intelligence into third-party built antennas, allowing for greater flexibility and faster innovation.

What speeds can the Amazon Leo system achieve?

The Leo system, particularly through the Leo Ultra dish, can deliver speeds up to 1Gbps, with SpaceX also planning to offer similar gigabit speeds later in 2026.

When will Amazon's Leo satellite internet expand its availability?

Amazon plans to expand Leo's availability sometime later in 2026 as more satellites are launched into orbit, aiming to increase its satellite count significantly.

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Amazon Leo Eyes Third-Party Antennas

14 Feb

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Summary

Amazon's Leo satellite modem supports up to 1Gbps speeds.
New modem module allows third-party antennas for Leo network.
Amazon's Leo system aims to challenge Starlink's market dominance.

Amazon's satellite internet system, Leo, is making a significant move to allow third-party antennas. The company revealed plans for an "Amazon Leo modem module" designed for government and enterprise clients. This module embeds Leo's network intelligence into antennas built by third-party vendors, offering a departure from traditional integrated modem and antenna designs.

The module supports speeds up to 1Gbps and is intended to increase flexibility in manufacturing and design. By decoupling the modem from the antenna, Amazon anticipates faster innovation cycles, easier adaptation to specialized needs, and improved resilience against component obsolescence. This approach enables tailored antenna systems for specific mission requirements.