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SpaceX plans access to 80,000 US cell sites for mobile push
Oct 23, 2026 · Summarized by Fundy Tech from The Verge
The 30-second version
SpaceX is reportedly planning access to at least 80,000 US cell sites as it tries to become a major mobile carrier. It is in talks with Crown Castle.
Key points
- SpaceX wants access to at least 80,000 cell sites.
- It is talking with Crown Castle Inc.
- SpaceX plans to pair towers with direct-to-cell satellites.
Why it matters
This could reshape mobile competition in the US and affect future satellite-to-phone services. For customers, it may mean more options later, but the plan is still in talks. Canadian readers may see more pressure on the wider wireless market as SpaceX expands.
Who’s affected: US mobile carriers and satellite phone service plans
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