SpaceX Starlink To Soon Offer Free Global Emergency Services Access via Mobile Phones

SpaceX Starlink is expected to soon provide free emergency services access for mobile phones globally to make calls in areas without traditional cellular networks. Elon Musk emphasised as it can be crucial for maintaining connectivity during severe natural disasters.

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On August 28, 2024, DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) shared a post on X, revealing that SpaceX Starlink will soon offer free emergency services access for mobile phones worldwide. The new service will likely allow people to make emergency calls even in areas where traditional cellular networks are unavailable. The initiative by SpaceX Starlink applies worldwide, but it may be subject to the approval of the government. Elon Musk further highlighted the importance of the service and said, “Even if an entire region or country lost connectivity because of a severe natural disaster, even if all the cell towers are taken out, your phone will still work.” The development could be a breakthrough in disaster response for allowing people to always reach emergency services, no matter where they are. Elon Musk-Run X Make Changes to Its AI Chatbot Grok After Secretaries of State Warn That It Was Spreading Election Misinformation.

SpaceX Starlink To Provide Free Global Emergency Mobile Access

SpaceX Starlink To Offer Free Emergency Mobile Access Worldwide With Government Approval

Elon Musk Says Starlink Can Work in Natural Disasters

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