• Send Us A Tip
  • Calling all Tech Writers
  • Advertise
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
  • Login
  • Register
TechStory
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to
No Result
View All Result
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to
No Result
View All Result
TechStory
No Result
View All Result
Home News

More Than Half a Million Pre-Orders With Starlink 26 Launch

by Meghana Kandra
May 9, 2021 - Updated On May 10, 2021
in News, Space
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
Starlink 26
TwitterWhatsappLinkedin

SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink 26 successfully launched into space for the 10th time on Sunday. The used booster allowed the rocket to be reused again and again. Furthermore, this is the 14th mission for Starlink satellites to achieve its mission to spread all over the globe.

You might also like

Google Pixel 10 Series to Debut Tele-Macro Camera and Tensor G5 SoC

Adobe’s Firefly Expands to iOS and Android, Bringing Powerful AI Tools to Mobile Devices

Kids Stage Virtual Protests Against ICE on Roblox as National Unrest Grows

SpaceX will launch its 1st Starlink satellites of 2021
Image credits- Space.com

Interestingly that is the second launch of Starlink within a week. As Starlink 25 launched on 4th May and Starlink 26 on May 9th.

Starlink 26 Launch

SpaceX Falcon 9 reusability is getting interesting with each launch.  The launch was from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Around the time 2:42 AM (EDT) the rocket blast off from the launchpad.  

Also, SpaceX claimed that the booster can be used at least 10 times with a maximum of 100. However, it isn’t clear how many times Falcon 9 has permissions for the launch. But as SpaceX seems to have got multiple successful attempts, it is more likely that they will launch the 11th time. 

As said by Elon Musk, “We intend to fly the Falcon 9 booster until we see some kind of failure with the Starlink mission, have that be a life-leader. We’re learning a lot about reuse ability. It’s a hard problem for rockets.” 

As far as it is known, the 10th landing of the stage 1 booster was successful.  As the history of SpaceX launch, Michael Andrews said, “This booster gets to live again.”

Pre-orders details

By February 2021 the company already had 10,000 users. And has recently announced that over 500,000 pre-orders were booked. These pre-orders require a $99 deposit. While the monthly bill Costs about $99, an initial setup costs about $499. 

However, the slots are limited depending on the Geographical locations. Like in India, SpaceX is yet to apply for the required permits to provide services. 

On the contrary, as said by Elon Musk of May 5th, “The only limitation of the high density of users in urban areas.” Furthermore, the real difficulty relies on providing the services to million users and furthermore. 

Only limitation is high density of users in urban areas. Most likely, all of the initial 500k will receive service. More of a challenge when we get into the several million user range.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 4, 2021

While remote areas have been enthusiastic about having decent Internet connectivity. This is an unpredicted twist. Also, the company is yet to reduce prices so the weaker section of the economy can afford to pay. 

It is not as simple as launching the satellites and setting them up with an application. There is a need to install a Starlink Dish and a router. And also provide further repair services in the locations if needed. 

Starlink in India

It is said that SpaceX is facing regulatory issues to launch its services in India. However, last month the government said it will ask SpaceX to apply for required permits. 

As said by the government officials to Economic Times, “DoT has no objections to SpaceX offering the Starlink satellite Internet service in India, but it must comply with the laws of the land and seek an appropriate license and other authorizations before offering the service to Indian consumers.” 

It costs around Rs.7000 ($99) for Indian users. We are yet to know further details on this matter.

Tags: SpaceXSpaceX Falcon 9StarlinkStarlink India
Tweet54SendShare15
Previous Post

The Best Skill-Based Slots to Try Online

Next Post

Plug in Norway: World’s First Electric Boat High-Speed Charger

Meghana Kandra

Meghana studied PGD in Journalism, open university. She has more than five years of experience in content writing, from creative content development to online journalism. Electric vehicle enthusiast, engineer, and feminist.

Recommended For You

Google Pixel 10 Series to Debut Tele-Macro Camera and Tensor G5 SoC

by Anochie Esther
June 18, 2025
0
Pixel 10 series

Google is set to unveil its Pixel 10 series on August 20, and early leaks have already started shedding light on some exciting new features. One of the...

Read more

Adobe’s Firefly Expands to iOS and Android, Bringing Powerful AI Tools to Mobile Devices

by Anochie Esther
June 18, 2025
0
Firefly

Adobe has officially extended its Firefly platform to mobile users with the launch of dedicated apps for iOS and Android. The move signals a significant evolution in Adobe’s...

Read more

Kids Stage Virtual Protests Against ICE on Roblox as National Unrest Grows

by Harikrishnan A
June 18, 2025
0
Kids Stage Virtual Protests Against ICE on Roblox as National Unrest Grows

As political tensions over immigration enforcement continue to boil across the United States, an unexpected group has taken a stand—kids. But rather than taking to the streets, they’re...

Read more
Next Post
Plug

Plug in Norway: World's First Electric Boat High-Speed Charger

Please login to join discussion

Techstory

Tech and Business News from around the world. Follow along for latest in the world of Tech, AI, Crypto, EVs, Business Personalities and more.
reach us at [email protected]

Advertise With Us

Reach out at - [email protected]

BROWSE BY TAG

#Crypto #howto 2024 acquisition AI amazon Apple bitcoin Business China cryptocurrency e-commerce electric vehicles Elon Musk Ethereum facebook flipkart funding Gaming Google India Instagram Investment ios iPhone IPO Market Markets Meta Microsoft News NFT samsung Social Media SpaceX startup startups tech technology Tesla TikTok trend trending twitter US

© 2024 Techstory.in

No Result
View All Result
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to

© 2024 Techstory.in

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
Are you sure want to unlock this post?
Unlock left : 0
Are you sure want to cancel subscription?