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Amazon Leo Router Clears FCC Hurdle
24 Nov
Summary
- Amazon Leo's Wi-Fi router received FCC approval, signaling imminent service launch.
- The device supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth LE but is intended for indoor use.
- Amazon aims for an affordable, high-speed satellite broadband service.
Amazon Leo's satellite internet service is closer to launch following the Federal Communications Commission's recent equipment authorization for its Wi-Fi router. This regulatory green light for the model 'L1LA10' signifies a major step forward for Amazon's competitor to Starlink.
The approved router supports advanced Wi-Fi 6 technology and Bluetooth LE, suggesting seamless connectivity. However, documentation indicates it is strictly for indoor use and lacks internal batteries, implying reliance on a stable power source. A dedicated Kuiper mobile app is also mentioned, likely to manage the user experience.
Amazon has outlined plans for multiple dish models to cater to diverse user needs, from portable to enterprise clients. While pricing remains unannounced, the company describes Leo as an "affordable, high-speed, low-latency broadband" solution, particularly emphasizing its appeal to demanding customers like large enterprises and the US military.
