The Journal of Space Commerce

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T-Mobile Expands Satellite Service to Include App Data Connectivity

Voice and Video Calling, Weather, Navigation Apps Now Work Beyond Cell Coverage

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Tom Patton
Oct 07, 2025
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A major expansion of satellite-to-smartphone connectivity now enables wireless users to access popular apps in areas without traditional cell service. T-Mobile announced Oct. 1 that its T-Satellite service, developed with Starlink, can now support data for dozens of applications including WhatsApp voice and video calling, weather forecasting, mapping an…

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