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SpaceX & Qualcomm Forge 5G Network Alliance
4 Nov
Summary
- SpaceX partners with Qualcomm for nationwide mobile network.
- Dragonwing technology to power thousands of 5G cell sites.
- Deployments are scheduled to begin in 2027.
SpaceX has entered a multi-year agreement with Qualcomm to develop a nationwide mobile network. This partnership will see Qualcomm's Dragonwing technology deployed across "tens of thousands" of 5G cell sites throughout the US, with the first installations expected in 2027.
This move signals SpaceX's aggressive strategy to establish Starlink Mobile as a significant player in the American mobile market, directly competing with major carriers. The company has secured substantial spectrum and is reportedly considering acquiring Boost Mobile.
Qualcomm's Dragonwing Cellular Infrastructure, comprising hardware and software, is designed to enhance network coverage and efficiency. SpaceX intends to complement this terrestrial infrastructure with its constellation of direct-to-cell satellites.
Qualcomm has expressed optimism about the partnership, stating it will build world-leading cellular infrastructure in the US, advancing 5G technology today and potentially laying the groundwork for 6G in the future.
