SMRTR TechApr 9, 2026Engadget

Amazon's satellite internet service is scheduled for mid-2026 availability

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced that the company's Leo satellite internet service will launch in mid-2026, promising download speeds up to 1 Gbps—significantly faster than Starlink's current 45-280 Mbps range. However, Amazon faces deployment challenges with only 241 satellites currently operating compared to Starlink's 10,000-plus constellation.

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