SpaceX has 6,764 Starlink satellites in orbit, with 6,714 operational. Current V2 satellites weigh 1,760 lbs, three times heavier than previous generation. Satellites orbit at 342 miles above Earth, visible to unaided eye
SpaceX's Starlink constellation has 6,281 satellites in orbit as of July 2024. 6,206 of these satellites are currently operational. Constellation may reach up to 42,000 satellites according to NASA
First satellite launched by Soviet Union in 1957, followed by US Explorer 1 in 1958. First commercial satellite Telstar 1 launched by Bell Labs in 1962. Geostationary satellites first proposed by Herman Potočnik in 1928. First consumer satellite launched in September 2003
Starlink launched in US in November 2020 and expanded globally. Currently available in 70 countries worldwide. Service requires local government approval for expansion
Satellite internet delivers internet through space satellites, ideal for rural areas. Hughesnet and Viasat cover 100% of US, Starlink about 99%. Starlink offers fastest speeds but highest prices at $120/mo
Starlink offers broadband-capable speeds using small satellites orbiting lower. Residential plan costs $120/month with 25-100Mbps speeds. Business plans range from $140/month for 40GB to $500/month for 2TB. Roam service costs $150/month with 5-220Mbps speeds