In a landmark achievement, SpaceX‘s Starlink said it had successfully transmitted and received text messages using T-Mobile‘s (NASDAQ:TMUS) network spectrum through their new direct-to-cell satellites. What Happened: The achievement, as disclosed by Starlink, occurred on Monday, a mere six days after the satellite launch. Despite significant technical challenges, this event marks a crucial step towards the realization of seamless, global connectivity through space-based networks. SpaceX said the task of linking cell phones to satellites presented unique challenges, primarily due to the swift m…
