BREAKING NEWS
Need Help on the Whole GlobalStar/Apple Deal: The Global Impact Unfolds
Date: March 15, 2023
Summary
GlobalStar, the French telecommunications company, has entered into a massive deal with Apple, the American tech giant. The partnership is expected to revolutionize the way we communicate and access data worldwide. In this breaking news piece, we’ll dive into the details of the deal and explore its far-reaching implications for the global tech industry.
What’s the Deal?
On Tuesday, GlobalStar and Apple announced a historic partnership aimed at bringing high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity to underserved regions across the globe. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of digital equity, with the potential to bridge the gap between developed and developing nations.
Under the terms of the deal, GlobalStar will leverage its network of 140 satellites in orbit to provide global coverage, while Apple will contribute its expertise in data transmission and storage. The partnership will enable users to access seamless internet connectivity, voice and video calls, and data transfer services from anywhere in the world.
Key Highlights
- Global Coverage: The deal promises to extend internet connectivity to the most remote areas of the world, connecting over 2 billion people who currently lack access to the internet.
- High-Speed Internet: With speeds of up to 1 Gbps, users will experience fast and reliable internet connectivity, making it possible to stream high-definition content, access cloud services, and engage in real-time video conferencing.
- Voice and Video Calls: The partnership will enable crystal-clear voice and video calls, facilitating seamless communication between people across the globe.
- Data Transfer: The deal will enable rapid data transfer, allowing users to access and share information quickly and efficiently.
Impact on the Global Tech Industry
The GlobalStar/Apple deal is poised to disrupt the global tech landscape in several ways:
- Increased Accessibility: The partnership will open up new opportunities for businesses, governments, and individuals to access global markets, networks, and services.
- Improved Communication: Seamless voice and video calls will revolutionize the way people communicate, bridging geographical gaps and fostering global connectivity.
- Enhanced Economic Growth: The deal is expected to stimulate economic growth by increasing access to financial services, e-commerce platforms, and other digital opportunities.
- Competition and Innovation: The partnership will likely spur competition and innovation within the global tech industry, driving the development of new technologies and services.
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Morning ASTS Braintrust,
I've tried looking in the archives, but couldn't find an answer to this question so I thought I'd put it to the board.
Apple have stated that with their new iOS (18) that they'll be expanding their sat tech from emergency only to general texting. This strikes me as a concern for obvious reasons. I don't know if they will ever be capable to do voice calls (hoping that they can't, but love to know from someone more knowledgeable), but in my mind, even if they're just offering free texting that's a pretty big blow for ASTS.
However, I'm wondering if this fear is overblown because despite this news being two months old GSAT is still a penny stock and ASTS is flying?
Here's the original link – https://www.satellitetoday.com/connectivity/2024/06/11/apple-expands-satellite-messaging-capabilities-with-ios-18/
Would love to hear people's thoughts.
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Who cares about texting
The superior tech will win. What would you choose, “free” texting or 5g internet and full cell service everywhere for $5…
Damn I was cooking but mods deleted the thread. Time will tell on all of this, but don’t assume that Apple and Globalstar are just standing still:
https://www.pcmag.com/news/globalstar-tips-more-satellite-connectivity-features-for-apple-iphones
> “Globalstar’s MSS (mobile satellite service) system will continue to evolve over time to support a growing array of direct-to-handset features and services in its licensed spectrum,” it adds. The statement suggests Globalstar—which already offers satellites phones—is working to bring satellite-based voice calls and internet to Apple devices.
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https://www.lightreading.com/satellite/apple-could-eclipse-wireless-operators-satellite-plans
> Globalstar, Apple’s satellite vendor, is working to expand its satellite operations. The company is asking for federal approvals to launch another 26 satellites by next year. And, according to German publication Handelsblatt, Globalstar could eventually expand its satellite constellation to as many as 3,080 satellites over the next few years.
> Apple has long been rumored to have satellite ambitions expanding far beyond emergency messaging services. For example, Apple’s Time Cook was reportedly interested in a research project at the company that would use satellites to bypass terrestrial wireless networks.
> “We think it’s reasonable to assume that voice [calling] is on the roadmap,” Piecyk, the LightShed analyst, wrote of Apple and Globalstar.
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https://www.patentlyapple.com/2022/12/apple-has-won-a-patent-relating-to-possible-future-satellite-services-beyond-the-iphone-14s-emergency-sos-satellite-service.html
> A few of the inventors behind Apple’s Emergency SOS Satellite Service are listed in today’s granted patent, that appears to go far beyond mere emergency services to providing future services related to streaming video, television data, telephone calls and more.
> Apple’s massive investment in their satellite service makes more sense if they envision future services that they’ll be able to capitalize on.
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https://www.patentlyapple.com/2023/01/apple-has-won-a-patent-for-a-lens-structures-related-to-present-and-future-satellite-communications-on-various-apple-devices.html
> The patent covers a broader range of future products using satellite communication, such as iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple TV box, televisions, vehicles and more. The system is designed to work with medium earth orbit (MEO) and low earth orbit (LEO). The patent stemmed from members of their ‘Satellite Connectivity Group.’ This would indicate that Apple has a much larger vision in mind for future satellite services.
GSAT is a penny stock because they aren’t profitable, have been mismanaged for 20+ years, and ultimately don’t have the hype train that ASTS and Starlink have. They would’ve been bankrupt without Apple bailing them out. On r/GSAT people are hoping that Apple just buys them to save their bags.
Now, consider the price of GlobalStar’s service. It’s not going to be free anymore after November [[link](https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/11/apple-extends-emergency-sos-via-satellite-for-an-additional-free-year/)], unless they extend it once again. They haven’t mentioned anywhere how much this is going to cost, but for GlobalStar’s own SpotX device the service plan costs $11.95/mo with 20 messages included [[link](https://www.globalstar.com/en-us/service-plans)]. Apple has the money to just absorb the cost, but it would’ve made sense for them to claim that it’s going to be “free, forever” from the very beginning so I think they will start charging for it at some point.
For me it seems like the introduction of messages is Apple trying to have some return on their $450M investment in 2022, $252M loan in 2023, the R&D expense to develop the tech, and the cost to put additional antenna hardware in every iPhone.