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Apple Weighs Starlink Partnership as Satellite Strategy Evolves, Reports Suggest

Apple is reportedly considering a strategic shift from Globalstar to SpaceX’s Starlink for iPhone satellite services. Sources indicate new technical capabilities and market dynamics could drive this potential partnership despite historical tensions between the companies.

Potential Shift in Apple’s Satellite Strategy

Apple may be preparing to partner with Elon Musk’s Starlink service for future iPhone satellite connectivity, according to recent reports from The Information. After years of relying on satellite provider Globalstar, analysts suggest Apple’s ambitions for expanded satellite features might require collaboration with SpaceX’s growing constellation. The technology giant has reportedly been evaluating options as its current satellite partner faces uncertainties and Starlink’s technical capabilities expand.

by Aaron Blake
AerospaceInnovation

SpaceX Establishes Starbase Volunteer Fire Department for Enhanced Emergency Response Control

SpaceX has quietly established a volunteer fire department to serve its Starbase complex in Texas. This move comes as the recently incorporated city shifts fire-code oversight and emergency response to company-affiliated organizations.

In a significant move to bolster emergency response capabilities at its South Texas facility, SpaceX has established the Starbase Volunteer Fire Department, according to official filings with the Texas Secretary of State. The newly formed nonprofit organization represents SpaceX’s latest effort to internalize critical infrastructure and emergency services at its sprawling launch and manufacturing complex, which recently achieved official city status.

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by Gabriel Novak
AerospaceAssistive Technology

SpaceX Advances Next-Gen Starship Following Successful Flight Test

SpaceX has successfully completed the 11th flight test of its second-generation Starship vehicle, achieving all major objectives. The company now shifts focus to developing next-generation Starship and Super Heavy vehicles for orbital missions.

SpaceX is accelerating development of its next-generation Starship spacecraft following a remarkably successful flight test that achieved every major objective. The company’s second-generation Starship vehicle completed its final mission on October 13, marking a significant milestone in the Starship development program that sets the stage for orbital flights and operational payload deployments. This successful test comes after previous challenges, demonstrating SpaceX’s rapid iteration approach to spacecraft development.

Starship Flight Test Achieves Critical Milestones

by Aaron Blake