The Journal of Space Commerce

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First 5G Cellular From Space Payload to be Launched by Lynk

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Tom Patton
Oct 05, 2022
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Lynk Global is planning to fly the first 5G cellular base station in space in a first-of-its-kind demonstration. This test will demonstrate the ability to send a 5G signal from space to standard mobile devices on Earth. The test has been funded by an undisclosed partner.

"We are actively testing satellite-direct-to-phone-services in 12 countries on five …

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