What is SpaceX's new gateway station for Starlink called?

SpaceX's new gateway station for Starlink is called "First of Its Name."

Where will the new "First of Its Name" Starlink gateway be located?

The new "First of Its Name" Starlink gateway will be located at SpaceX's Starlink factory in Bastrop, Texas.

What speeds will the upgraded Starlink service offer?

The upgraded Starlink service, facilitated by the new gateway, aims to offer gigabit speeds, described as fiber-like speeds.

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SpaceX Eyes Gigabit Speeds with New Gateway

23 Apr

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Summary

SpaceX seeks FCC approval for a new "First of Its Name" gateway.
The new gateway will use quad-band spectrum for gigabit speeds.
This station will be located at SpaceX's Starlink factory in Texas.

SpaceX Eyes Gigabit Speeds with New Gateway

SpaceX is advancing its Starlink satellite internet service with plans for a new ground gateway station designed to enable gigabit connectivity. The company has submitted an application to the Federal Communications Commission for a facility named "First of Its Name," referencing a popular cultural series. This station is distinct as it will harness an expanded spectrum, including Ka, V, E, and W bands, a move recently greenlit by the FCC to facilitate gigabit speeds.

The "First of Its Name" gateway will feature 40 antennas, each a slightly larger 1.99-meter parabolic dish compared to existing sites. This configuration aims to maximize connections with non-geostationary satellites, thereby boosting data transmission rates and improving customer connectivity. The application specifically indicates the gateway's location at SpaceX's Starlink factory in Bastrop, Texas.