Elon Musk promotes its Starlink Internet satellites after the blackout

After the recent electric blackout that left the entire Spain without connection, Elon Musk took advantage of its social network X to promote Starlink, Spacex’s satellite Internet service.

With a direct message and what is apparently a great offer, Musk has decided to announce the services that Starlink can provide. This service operates with a constellation of low orbit satellites capable of avoiding the problems of terrestrial networks.

What is Starlink?

According to the last report of the consultant The Insight Partnersthe global satellite Internet market will reach 23,820 million dollars in 2031.

In this scenario of strong growth, Starlink stands out: in May it already registered 2.7 million subscribers and operates in about 75 jurisdictions. This rhythm of collection and its presence in America, Europe and Asia have allowed him to distance themselves from traditional competitors.

How does the satellite network work?

Unlike geostationary satellites, which orbit almost 36,000 kilometers high, Starlink constellation flies about 550 kilometers. This design drastically reduces latency: while Conventional services are around 600 ms round trip, Starlink places it around 25 ms.

To connect, The user installs at their home a parabolic antenna that communicates with the satellites and you will receive a router kit and cables. The whole process usually takes only a few minutes, since the system automatically adjusts orientation and connection.

Global expansion and strategic alliances

Starlink’s impulse has been reinforced by agreements with governments and companies. In addition to its deployment in remote areas, where coverage is weak or non -existent, Spacex has closed agreements to provide internet to schools, ships and research platforms.

On the other hand, the recent collaboration with T-Mobile will allow, in cases of emergency, that 50 mobile models (including the last iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25) are automatically connected to the satellite network to send messages and share location without additional cost.

Amazon Kuiper, on the prowl

While Starlink consolidates his position, Amazon launched on April 28 the first batch of 27 satellites of his Kuiper project From Cabo Cañaveral. The KA-01 mission, aboard an ATLAS V Rocket V of ULA, marks the start of a series of 46 flights that, together, will place more than 2,300 devices in low orbit.

Bezos aspires with Kuiper to rival Starlink in speeds and latency, although it will still take several months to display his complete network.

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