When storms knock out cell service, satellites can help keep you connected
In the past few years, some smartphones have evolved to gain the ability to connect to passing satellites that can route ...
The Best Alternatives to Verizon Wireless, If You've Had Enough
A recent widespread phone outage of the Verizon network has some consumers looking for an alternative. Here are the best ...
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Cell service outage Florida: How to set up satellite if cell service is down
Cell phones have the capability to send messages to satellites when a severe weather event or emergency occurs. Here is how ...
Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellite service approved for areas hit by Hurricane Helene
SpaceX’s direct-to-cell constellation has not been fully deployed, so all services will be delivered on a best-effort basis.
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FCC gives go-ahead to T-Mobile US, Starlink for direct-to-cellular service as part of Helene response
T-Mobile US and Starlink received permission from the FCC to make D2C connectivity available in areas of North Carolina ...
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Starlink and T-Mobile Provide Satellite-to-Cell Service to Aid Hurricane Helene Relief
SpaceX's Starlink service and T-Mobile have been granted temporary emergency capabilities to give those affected by the storm access to mobile coverage via satellites.
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If you're on a budget but still want a great Verizon MVNO, then Ting Mobile is the carrier of choice. Ting Mobile has ...
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FCC Approves Emergency Cellular Starlink Service for Hurricane Helene Victims
: Starlink's direct-to-cell satellite service for text messaging is now online in Florida for T-Mobile users as the state ...
If Hurricane Milton knocks out cell service, you can still dial 911 and send messages — here’s how
With Google messaging enabled as a user’s primary messaging app, satellite features can be prompted with a call to 911. If no ...
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Struck down by altitude sickness, 2 hikers signal for help just before cell phone batteries die
Two hikers suffering from altitude sickness on a New Mexico mountain managed to signal for help just before their cell phones ...
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FCC Approves Emergency Cellular Starlink Service for Hurricane Helene Victims
The service works best outdoors, and occasionally works indoors ... The FCC has granted approval for SpaceX to temporarily operate its direct-to-cell Starlink service in areas impacted by ...