Starlink Roam Mini by SpaceX: Portable Satellite Internet

SpaceX unveiled the Starlink Roam Mini, a revolutionary portable satellite internet device that delivers reliable internet access even in remote  locations. Communication with Starlink’s numerous satellites makes the internet available in almost every corner of the Earth.

For years, satellite internet has been a gateway to the world for people who live in rural areas or have limited fixed broadband options. However, this was often limited to video activities such as conferencing and streaming due to latency and speed issues. To solve this, Starlink presents a new solution by announcing a smart portable satellite Internet device, the Starlink Roam Mini.

Starlink Roam Mini, developed by SpaceX, is a backpack-sized satellite internet device. Its compact size makes it ideal for travelers, adventurers, and anyone wanting to stay connected on the go. This portable device is expected to leverage SpaceX’s growing fleet of low-Earth orbit satellites to deliver faster speeds than existing options. Currently known (according to Astronomer Jonathan McDowell, who tracks the constellations on his Starlink Statistics webpage), as of June 2024, there are 6,171 Starlink satellites in low-Earth orbit and 6,098 operational.

The Starlink Roam Mini, a portable satellite Internet device, is an important step toward global Internet access. By enabling reliable service delivery using low-Earth orbit satellites, it has the potential to go beyond the limitations of fixed broadband infrastructure and connect everyone who wants reliable Internet access anywhere on the planet. As Starlink’s constellation continues to expand, we could be entering a future where there are no longer any limitations to location.

Starlink Kit : $499
Service : $150/mo