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2 clusters · 7 sources · 3 days · First seen 11 days ago · Last updated 8 days ago

NTT Docomo and Starlink satellite service expansion

Overview

NTT Docomo has entered into an agreement with Starlink Japan, GK to utilize the next-generation ‘Starlink Mobile V2’ satellite constellation. This partnership is designed to expand the ‘docomo Starlink Direct’ service, targeting enhanced connectivity for smartphones and IoT devices in regions lacking traditional 4G or 5G coverage, such as maritime areas, islands, and mountainous terrain.

While the service currently supports text messaging, the expansion aims to introduce high-speed internet capabilities, including web browsing and voice calls, by fiscal year 2028. For corporate clients, these services will be managed through NTT Docomo Business as part of the ‘NTT C89’ brand initiative to expand space-related business solutions.

Following the service’s launch on April 27, 2026, reports indicate significant adoption, with approximately 6.5 million connections recorded within the first three months.

Entities

NTT Docomo · Starlink Japan · NTT Docomo Business · SpaceX

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] NTT Docomo aims to provide voice calls and high-speed internet, including web browsing, within fiscal year 2028.
[● 2 SOURCES] NTT Docomo has reached an agreement with Starlink Japan, GK regarding next-generation Starlink Mobile V2 satellites.
[● 2 SOURCES] The service plans to support direct communication with IoT devices.
[● 2 SOURCES] Approximately 6.5 million people connected to the service within three months of its launch.
[● 2 SOURCES] NTT Docomo Business will handle the provision of services for corporate clients.
[● 2 SOURCES] The current service is limited to sending and receiving text messages and using certain applications.

Timeline

8 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
NTT Docomo expands Starlink satellite service for 2028
NTT Docomo and Starlink Japan will expand satellite-to-smartphone services, aiming to provide voice calls and high-speed internet by fiscal year 2028.
11 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
NTT Docomo to expand satellite services via Starlink
NTT Docomo will partner with Starlink Japan to deploy next-generation satellite services by fiscal year 2028, enabling voice calls, high-speed internet, and IoT connectivity via direct satellite-to-smartphone通信

Sources

dxmagazine.jp · japan.cnet.com · jugem.jp · news.cube-soft.jp · orefolder.jp · servicesmobiles.fr · weekly.ascii.jp