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TECHNOLOGYJun 2 · 08:30 UTCTHE REGISTER

Satellite phone dreams orbit reality as direct-to-cell usage set to underwhelm

Mobile telcos are partnering with satellite operators to expand coverage via direct-to-cell (D2C) technology, but Juniper Research warns real-world adoption may fall short due to niche use cases and unresolved issues like poor indoor coverage. T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink pioneered D2C in the US, while Europe and other regions are exploring adoption, though dense urban areas remain challenging.

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