The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

Space-Based 5G Cellular Broadband Connectivity Achieved

AST Space Mobile Connects with Everyday Smartphones

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Tom Patton
Sep 21, 2023
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Another milestone in telecommunications has been announced by AST Space Mobile, which has successfully made the first-ever 5G connection for voice and data between an everyday, unmodified smartphone and a satellite in space.

"Making the first successful 5G cellular broadband connections from space directly to mobile phones is yet an…

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