Amazon's Leo proposes satellite constellation for direct-to-phone service
Amazon has filed for federal approval to launch a 5,105-satellite constellation designed to provide direct-to-mobile connectivity.
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Amazon is seeking authorization from the Federal Communications Commission to deploy a new satellite network known as Leo. This project aims to establish direct-to-phone service from space, enabling mobile devices to connect via the constellation.
Coverage from Reuters, Bloomberg, CNBC, TechCrunch, and Amazon indicates that the proposal involves a fleet of 5,105 satellites. Reports emphasize that this development positions the company as a competitor to existing market participants like SpaceX in the satellite-to-mobile sector.
Future updates will depend on the FCC review process. The timeline for launch or the establishment of specific service availability remains subject to federal regulatory approval.
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Quick answers
What is Amazon Leo?
It is a proposed satellite constellation designed to provide direct-to-mobile device connectivity from space.
How many satellites are involved in the proposal?
The plan requests approval for 5,105 satellites.
Who is reviewing the proposal?
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently being asked to authorize the network.
Coverage (5)
- How Amazon Leo plans to connect mobile devices from space About Amazon · 5h ago
- Amazon Seeks FCC Nod to Beam Satellite Coverage to Mobile Phones Bloomberg · 5h ago
- Amazon’s new satellite network for mobile phones could turn up the heat on SpaceX TechCrunch · 5h ago
- Amazon seeks federal approval to launch 5,105 satellites for direct-to-device network CNBC · 5h ago
- Amazon's Leo proposes satellite constellation for direct-to-phone service Reuters · 5h ago broke it first
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