Qualcomm and SpaceX Partner to Power Starlink Mobile's US 5G Network
Qualcomm (QCOM) and SpaceX have announced a strategic collaboration to provide the underlying technology for Starlink Mobile's upcoming nationwide terrestrial 5G network in the United States. Under this agreement, Qualcomm will supply critical infrastructure components, including its Dragonwing QRU100 radio units, Dragonwing QDU100 baseband units, and Layer 1 technologies. The partnership marks a significant expansion for SpaceX's connectivity services, moving beyond satellite-based internet into terrestrial mobile networking. For Qualcomm, the deal secures a major deployment of its high-performance radio and baseband hardware within the evolving US telecommunications landscape.
Topics: 5G Network Satellite Communications Semiconductors Telecommunications
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