Satellite direct to cell
Low-orbit satellites act as cell towers in space, using an operator's terrestrial LTE spectrum to reach ordinary phones. Starlink Direct to Cell now works with 8 terrestrial networks.
Partner networks
Key points
- works with existing LTE phones, no changes to hardware, firmware or apps
- reciprocal access in all partner nations
Source: Starlink, as of 2026-11-10: direct.starlink.com