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Elon Musk Says Starlink Internet Service Will Leave Beta To Public Soon

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX says that Starlink’s internet service would move out of its beta phase by next month October 2021. The Founder initially said this feat would happen when the internet service reaches a certain threshold “possibly over 500,000 users within 12 months.”

Starlink: Elon Musk's satellite internet explained | ZDNet

The Starlink public beta test started in October 2020. Next month’s public transition would provide the company with solid 12 months of beta testing. Musk vision of his internet service would provide low-cost bandwidth to users in rural places and remote communities.

Interestingly, the low-cost internet service is one of the fastest around. It has the capacity to reach 100Mbps download and an achievable 20Mbps upload speed.

Currently, internet Startup Starlink currently has 100,000 customers who have signed for its program. Elon Musk spoke about the new feat on Monday, August 23 via a tweet.

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The company now serves about 12 countries with its internet connectivity. To sign up, simply visit its website and input your service address.

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Also, Its minimal physical dish and accessories retail for $499. While a monthly subscription goes for $99 in the United States of America. Additional shipping & handling costs $50, and tax amounts to $33.

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There’s a caveat though, “Depending on location, some orders may take six months or more to fulfil.” So actual shipment might take a lot longer to arrive.

Elon Musk is known to be overly optimistic about future dates for its products and services. He has delayed the delivery and production of the Model Y, Roadster Supercar and even its CyberTruck. The initial date for the Starlink Beta service to transit was slated for August, hence a two months delay.

 

 

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