T-Mobile is aiming to roll out its Starlink service commercially in 2025. For now, the beta is free for postpaid voice customers with compatible devices. While the full list of supported phones is coming closer to launch, T-Mobile says most modern smartphones should work just fine.

Kyivstar PJSC, Ukraine’s largest mobile operator, signed a deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink to introduce satellite-powered cellular service in the war-torn country in a bid to place telecom infrastructure beyond the reach of Russian attacks.

This uses satellites that act as regular cell towers - you don't need a phone with special hardware like you do with current satellite messaging options.

T-Mobile and SpaceX have a partnership to provide limited cellular service from space, and the FCC recently approved this direct-to-cell (DTC) service for commercial use. T-Mobile is launching a beta

Elon Musk's satellite company Starlink has signed a deal with VEON to provide satellite connectivity to Ukraine.

Customers of Ukraine’s largest mobile operator will be able to use space-based connectivity when terrestrial network service is unavailable.

Starlink is expanding its services in Ukraine by launching direct-to-cell coverage. This feature will allow users to connect to mobile networks via Starlink's satellite constellation, bypassing traditional ground infrastructure.

Elon Musk's Starlink will roll out direct-to-cell satellite connectivity in Ukraine through a new agreement with the country's leading mobile operator Kyivstar.