Starlink, SpaceX's satellite constellation, is revolutionizing satellite internet access around the world , especially benefiting rural residents and travelers.
With connection speeds that surpass local providers, Starlink is becoming the top choice for those looking for stable and fast internet.
The service not only solves the problem of connectivity in remote areas, but also brings maximum convenience to people who are constantly on the go. Instead of relying on public Wi-Fi, Starlink users can access the internet from almost anywhere, turning every trip into a mobile office.
In the satellite internet race, Starlink is considered to be the better choice for speed and convenience than Viasat. While Amazon’s Project Kuiper promises to be a formidable competitor, it is still in development and not ready to compete.
Starlink's success is largely due to the sheer number of satellites in orbit. There are more than 8,400 Starlink satellites in operation today, and that number is expected to continue to grow. However, the actual number of satellites can fluctuate as some fail to maintain orbit.
More than 8,400 Starlink satellites are currently in orbit (illustrative photo: Getty).
As of September 25, 2025, there were 8,475 Starlink satellites in orbit, and SpaceX aims to increase that number to 42,000. This promises more robust global coverage, which is especially beneficial for Starlink Mini users when traveling .
But the increase in satellite numbers comes with challenges. The first Starlink satellites were launched in 2019, but not all have remained in orbit as planned.
Solar storms could cause them to fall back to Earth sooner. In February 2022, for example, a geomagnetic storm caused 40 of the 49 newly launched Starlink satellites to crash and burn up. Similarly, in July 2024, another 20 Starlink satellites also crashed and burned up in the atmosphere.
Mixed reactions from the scientific community
The scientific community is concerned about the growing number of satellites (Illustration: Getty).
While many are excited about the future of Starlink, the scientific community has expressed concerns about the growing number of satellites. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) has spoken out about the risk of space debris affecting astronomical observations and damaging the view of the night sky.
The IAU is particularly concerned about the reflective surfaces of Starlink satellites, which could interfere with sensitive ground-based telescopes, as well as radio signals from these satellite constellations that could interfere with astronomical observations.
However, Elon Musk, the owner of Starlink, has maintained that his satellite plans will not affect astronomy. He asserted on social network X: "Starlink will not be seen by anyone unless they look very closely and will not affect advances in astronomy."
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