Can one person really own rockets, AI, social media, and the pipes that may one day bypass your carrier? That’s essentially the question hanging over Elon Musk right now, after his net worth reportedly crossed US$800 billion (around Rp 14,000 trillion) and SpaceX moved to acquire xAI, the AI company he also founded. It’s not […]
Tag: satellite connectivity
No, SpaceX Isn’t Making a Starlink Phone… Yet
The smartphone industry has been inching toward native satellite connectivity, but so far it’s been more marketing bullet than mainstream reality. Apple pushed emergency SOS via satellite on recent iPhones, Qualcomm flirted with Snapdragon Satellite before that deal fizzled, and Android OEMs keep talking up “anywhere connectivity” without delivering it at scale. Against that backdrop, […]
Qualcomm Ends Snapdragon Satellite: A Cautionary Tale
Industry Context: The Promise of Satellite Connectivity The smartphone industry has always been on the lookout for the next big thing that can redefine user experiences. Satellite connectivity in smartphones was one such promise. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Satellite aimed to provide reliable communication in remote areas where traditional cellular networks falter. Announced in late 2022, it […]