Starlink

[Sasquatch]

There are multiple satellites per launch and 80 launches for the full constellation already booked with different providers. It'll be useable by the autumn, and fully operational by 30th July next year (there's a legal regulatory milestone in their licencing agreement with the FCC so that's set in stone.) The complere constellation, including standby satellites ready to replace older birds as they fail, will be 2029.

The sneaky details of the mobile receiver set up shows it to be smaller and more svelte than the mobile Starlink, and (unless they change their mind, entirely possible) £80 less expensive to buy. Of course that will likely drive down Starlink prices.

I'm happy to wait and see for now. If I have to I will put money in that prat Musk's pocket, but if the alternative proves viable and competitive I'll be glad to not do so.

 

[JOG]

I'd probably read this before judging Starlink buyers;

Volkswagen: From the Third Reich to emissions scandal

Germany's Volkswagen is the world's car maker, producing 41,000 vehicles daily. Set up during Adolf Hitler's Third Reich to produce a 'people's car', it was saved from destruction in post-war Germany by the British Army.

www.bbc.co.uk

Love a dose of irony!

 

[JOG]

There are multiple satellites per launch and 80 launches for the full constellation already booked with different providers. It'll be useable by the autumn, and fully operational by 30th July next year (there's a legal regulatory milestone in their licencing agreement with the FCC so that's set in stone.) The complere constellation, including standby satellites ready to replace older birds as they fail, will be 2029.

The sneaky details of the mobile receiver set up shows it to be smaller and more svelte than the mobile Starlink, and (unless they change their mind, entirely possible) £80 less expensive to buy. Of course that will likely drive down Starlink prices.

I'm happy to wait and see for now. If I have to I will put money in that prat Musk's pocket, but if the alternative proves viable and competitive I'll be glad to not do so.

I too was resistant to funding a swivel-eyed loon but I was fed-up being gouged by club sites for their WiFi…..that I can only use on one device at a time!

So, I have a Starlink Mini permanently on my van…..it’s now being powered by an EcoFlow that is kept topped up by a roof-mounted solar panel.

I was powering it via a 12v plug and lead that allegedly upped the wattage a little, but that started to prove a little temperamental. However, I’ve left that cable in situ and ran my 240v from the EcoFlow up beside it. I shall post some pics in daylight!

 

[Lubrown]

Context is everything. The far right these days is anyone disagreeing with the far left.

Context and indeed free speech.

My post was deleted for discussing politics.

Sure you’ll be alright though.

 

[Trouts]

I'd probably read this before judging Starlink buyers;

Volkswagen: From the Third Reich to emissions scandal

Germany's Volkswagen is the world's car maker, producing 41,000 vehicles daily. Set up during Adolf Hitler's Third Reich to produce a 'people's car', it was saved from destruction in post-war Germany by the British Army.

www.bbc.co.uk

not owned by nazi's now though huh so hardly the same thing is it?

 

[DaveD]

not owned by nazi's now though huh so hardly the same thing

And they don't cheat on emissions now either, because they got caught.

 

[Sasquatch]

I'm not judging anyone for buying anything. I personally think Elon is a berk and if I
can avoid giving him money I will. What others buy is up to their budget and their conscience.

 

[Trouts]

And they don't cheat on emissions now either, because they got caught.

which is a good thing right?
not sure i understand your point @DaveD??

 

[Keith Waterman]

I too was resistant to funding a swivel-eyed loon but I was fed-up being gouged by club sites for their WiFi…..that I can only use on one device at a time!

So, I have a Starlink Mini permanently on my van…..it’s now being powered by an EcoFlow that is kept topped up by a roof-mounted solar panel.

I was powering it via a 12v plug and lead that allegedly upped the wattage a little, but that started to prove a little temperamental. However, I’ve left that cable in situ and ran my 240v from the EcoFlow up beside it. I shall post some pics in daylight!

Photos please?

 

[JOG]

Photos please?

 

[dave_b]

I switched this morning as soon as I saw the option, was available even when in an active subscription. Perfect for me as and can always upgrade it if needed.

I can’t see any option for this on my service plans lists. I guess I need to Pause my plan for a week or two and then choose this £8/month option?

 

[Keith Waterman]

The option only appears to be available at the time that you pause your plan. The way it works (here in Oz) is that it switches to the cheaper rate when your current month ticks over (ie not immediately).

 

[chimpusmaximus]

Starlink mini down under £200 at curry’s at moment
Starlink mini

 

[Sullamon]

After another weekend away surfing in Cornwall (where I also live….) at a site with “great wifi coverage” I’ve finally caved and bought a starlink mini and will payg roam as/when needed as often work from the van as well.

 

[dave_b]

The option only appears to be available at the time that you pause your plan. The way it works (here in Oz) is that it switches to the cheaper rate when your current month ticks over (ie not immediately).

There is no option for this £8/month option if I resume my plan. Only the £50 roam that I was originally one plus other more expensive options.

 

[Skyliner33]

There is no option for this £8/month option if I resume my plan. Only the £50 roam that I was originally one plus other more expensive options.

I would be very tempted if I could get an £8 per month plan. But I wouldnt use it enough for £50.

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

I would be very tempted if I could get an £8 per month plan. But I wouldnt use it enough for £50.

My thoughts exactly
Think I will wait and see what happens with Elons version later this year.
At the very least it should bring starlink prices down.

 

[secretK9agent]

I had the £99 plan, changed by clicking account//Service Plan//Change Service Plan, so did one month of the full plan then had the option of the £8 plan which I'm now on

 

[Skyliner33]

My thoughts exactly
Think I will wait and see what happens with Elons version later this year.
At the very least it should bring starlink prices down.

I thought Starlink was Elons?

 

[dave_b]

I had the £99 plan, changed by clicking account//Service Plan//Change Service Plan, so did one month of the full plan then had the option of the £8 plan which I'm now on

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I don’t get the option for that £8 roam