Published 23:00 IST, June 25th 2020

Starlink beta testing: When will Starlink internet be available?

Starlink beta testing is now available for people residing in the USA. Know details about when Starlink's internet will be available, internet speed, & cost

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X is racing towards its goal to provide fastest internet in world through X Starlink Mission. dream of company to enter into broband market has created a lot of buzz as it promises to provide Starlink Internet Speed of 1 GB per second. Currently, 480 Starlink satellites loiter around in Low Earth Orbit in and after today's, i.e. June 25's, launch, re will 540 Starlink Satellites. A new report has been intriguing audience as Elon Musk is going to provide Starlink Beta testing opportunities to people.

X Starlink beta testing to enable several users to experience Starlink internet speed firsthand

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According to several reports, X founder once revealed that company needs about 400 Starlink satellites to provide "mir" cover and 800 for "moderate" cover. However, count of Starlink Satellites have crossed 400 and will be 540 after today's launch. Musk's private ncy aims to create a Starlink mega-constellation which will have 12,000 satellites.

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Starlink website is w inviting people to get updates on Starlink news and service availability in ir area. All y have to do is provide ir email dress and zip code. If a person wishes to apply for Starlink beta testing program y will have to apply for updates to get access to public beta test of Starlink service. If applicant is invited for beta testing, y can expect to get a user terminal with a flat disc antenna which will self-direct itself for best satellite signals. As per reports, a person has alrey signed up for beta test program and received confirmation through an email. 

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When will Starlink internet be available?

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According to reports, once a user has signed up, company replies with an email which reveals that private beta testing is expected to begin by end summer. Moreover, reports have also mentioned that Starlink internet with a speed of 1 GB/sec will be available in USA and Cana by end of 2020 and globally in early 2021.

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Starlink internet cost

Starlink internet cost is t yet revealed by organisation. However, Starlink's initial goal is to serve areas that have poor internet connectivity. Musk plans to provide low-cost internet services to urban areas as well.

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23:00 IST, June 25th 2020