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Why SpaceX acquiring 800 MHz spectrum is a BIG deal for Starlink Mobile
Lower frequencies travel farther and penetrate walls and buildings much better than higher frequencies
That means stronger indoor coverage, which is a huge part of building a reliable nationwide mobile network
Starlink's 2 GHz spectrum provides the high-capacity satellite connectivity, while the new 800 MHz spectrum adds a powerful terrestrial coverage layer that can reach deeper inside buildings and cover larger areas
And the best part is that most modern US smartphones already support the 800 MHz band, so people won't need special hardware