Starlink Internet Connection Available On IPhone Thanks To This Internet Operator

Starlink is on the iPhone (photo: dock. unsplash)

JAKARTA Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service, is the subject of conversation because it is available automatically on the iPhone. The information circulating on US TikTok is correct, but there are limits that need to be known.

In fact, this satellite internet connectivity is not available on all iPhone models and is not related to the latest iPhone series. Apple also doesn't partner with SpaceX to deliver this internet service specifically on its devices.

This network is available on the iPhone because Starlink support is limited to one operator. Only T-Mobile users in the United States have this connectivity support. In addition, according to the news circulating, only the iPhone supports this service.

There is a special reason why the Starlink network is only available on the iPhone. Quoting from the 9to5mac report, T-Mobile uses the 1900MHz spectrum (pita 25) to provide additional reach through Starlink. This capability is also supported by an iOS 18.3 update.

Apart from being influenced by the latest operating system (OS), satellite connectivity from Starlink can only be found in the iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 series for all models. This means that standard, Pro, or Pro Max iPhone users will get this feature.

As long as this satellite feature is active, the iPhone will display the 'SAT' description in the status bar. This Starlink satellite service is only active if the user is outside the reach of the T-Mobile network. Its capabilities are also still limited to sending messages.

This service is also not just available on the iPhone. T-Mobile network users must register manually first because Starlink connectivity networks are still available in beta. Once registered, users also have the option to disable their satellite network.

Users only need to open Settings on the iPhone, then search for the Cellular menu. After that, select your Operator part and disable the Satellite. If so, Starlink connectivity support and other satellite services will be discontinued.