T-Mobile has officially announced the pricing details for its Starlink-powered satellite texting service, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at ensuring connectivity in remote areas and mobile dead zones. After an initial free trial period, the service will cost $15 per month for T-Mobile customers starting in July.
The service, currently in its beta testing phase, was unveiled in a Super Bowl ad, emphasizing the strategic partnership between T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink satellites. This collaboration aims to bridge connectivity gaps, providing off-the-grid messaging and, eventually, voice and data services.
T-Mobile’s Satellite Texting: Pricing and Availability
T-Mobile users can currently sign up for the beta program online, gaining early access to the satellite-supported messaging service. Starting in July, the standard monthly cost will be $15 for most T-Mobile plans, while trial participants will pay a discounted rate of $10 per month.
However, customers subscribed to T-Mobile’s premium Go5G Next plan will receive the feature at no extra cost. Interestingly, the service won’t be exclusive to T-Mobile customers—Verizon and AT&T users with eSIM-supported devices will also have access, though at a slightly higher cost of $20 per month.