Starlink Mini 2 adds a swappable battery
SpaceX has introduced the Starlink Mini 2, a thinner satellite internet terminal that now includes an integrated, swappable battery. The device is currently available via invitation to select US customers for $999, which includes a year of service.
Why it matters
This update enhances the portability and off-grid utility of satellite internet, making it a more viable solution for remote work and travel.
SpaceX announced a new version of its all-in-one satellite internet terminal that integrates a dish, Wi-Fi router, and now a battery into a single device about the size of a laptop. According to some users on X who shared screenshots of invitations to order Starlink Mini 2, the dish is priced at $999, which includes a full year of Roam Unlimited service that SpaceX values at $2,100.
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