Originally Posted by
jsnydcsa
I 100% agree that, in general, it seems to be a solution in search of a problem. On a cruise with exorbitant wifi costs, ok maybe (but I anecdotally recall many of the cruise lines advertising free wifi as part of the cruise package). Out in the middle of nowhere, ok maybe (indeed, this is why family acquaintance has started using it). But, really? It seems to be of limited value in many cases where either cell phone (or femto cell) signal is strong and or there's "free" wifi. Obviously, this is just my opinion. It sounds like certain people need it in life threatening situations. But, again, I'm a pass.
Starlink is fantastic when the grid goes down. We were using Starlinks along with antennas mounted on aerostats after Hurricane Ian trashed the place. All landlines/CATV operators were wrecked. Even 2+ years later, still no landline service here. Starlink was just plug & play.
At $120 USD/mo, the price isn't that much more than what the cable cos charge in some areas. Compared to INMARSAT, it's absolutely wonderful and dirt cheap. I have an Inmarsat phone, but haven't used it since Starlink became available. Inmarsat's $95/mo for 150 mins or 150 texts. If I plop down a Starlink, numerous people can be simultaneously making phone calls, sending video/photos, etc, for MUCH less.