Amazon's move may indicate a significant shift in the satellite broadband market, potentially disrupting traditional telecommunications services. The acquisition of Globalstar suggests a strategic play to enhance connectivity capabilities, which could have implications for the aerospace and defense industries.
Amazon Expands Into Satellite Broadband With Direct-To-Device Service
Amazon has formally requested authority to deploy a low Earth orbit satellite broadband system for direct-to-device (D2D) service, with a constellation of 5,105 satellites. The application, filed with the Federal Communications Commission, follows Amazon’s acquisition of Globalstar in April, aimed at underpinning its ability to connect devices directly. This development was reported by Aviation Week.
Amazon's move may indicate a significant shift in the satellite broadband market, potentially disrupting traditional telecommunications services. The acquisition of Globalstar suggests a strategic play to enhance connectivity capabilities, which could have implications for the aerospace and defense industries.
Amazon Expands Into Satellite Broadband With Direct-To-Device Service
Amazon has formally requested authority to deploy a low Earth orbit satellite broadband system for direct-to-device (D2D) service, with a constellation of 5,105 satellites. The application, filed with the Federal Communications Commission, follows Amazon’s acquisition of Globalstar in April, aimed at underpinning its ability to connect devices directly. This development was reported by Aviation Week.