EQUIPEngadget · 4d ago
Amazon wants to deploy 5,105 satellites for its direct-to-mobile service

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Amazon's Leo subsidiary is expanding its satellite constellation to support global direct-to-mobile connectivity services. The initiative involves the planned deployment of 5,105 satellites to compete in the growing space-based telecommunications market.
- 01Amazon plans to launch over 5,000 satellites to establish comprehensive direct-to-mobile network coverage
- 02The company's Leo subsidiary has successfully deployed 390 satellites to date as part of its initial phase
- 03Expansion aims to provide seamless cellular connectivity directly to mobile devices via satellite infrastructure
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Amazon's Leo subsidiary has launched more than 390 satellites so far and plans to launch thousands more.