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SpaceX Has 11,000 Satellites. Why Does Musk Still Need Cell Towers?
Original: SpaceX Has 11,000 Satellites in Orbit. So Why Does Elon Musk Still Need Cell Towers?
SpaceX now operates roughly 11,000 satellites in orbit, yet Elon Musk's company is still investing in ground-based cell tower infrastructure. The question drawing attention is why a firm with the world's largest satellite constellation, powering Starlink broadband, would still depend on terrestrial networks. Commentators point to the limits of satellite coverage indoors and in dense areas, where towers remain essential for reliable connectivity.
Why now: The apparent contradiction between a massive satellite fleet and continued reliance on ground infrastructure is prompting debate about the real limits of satellite internet.
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