SpaceX is constantly building its Starlink satellite constellation and increasing its downlink bandwidth at scale. With a single Starship payload of V3 satellites, SpaceX increased the bandwidth by 26 terabits per second.
The multi-fold added capacity of Starlink satellite broadband can accommodate a large number of users. To do this, SpaceX must make Starlink more portable and affordable.
Today, SpaceX has unveiled Starlink Mini 2. It’s a more portable Starlink satellite terminal. Interestingly, it comes with a built-in battery that can power Starlink Mini 2 for up to 4.5 hours.
Starlink Mini 2 also features built-in Wi-Fi, which, according to SpaceX, can connect you in 60 seconds. The Wi-Fi coverage spans up to 1,800 sq ft (167 m2).
The 23.1 mm (0.91 inch) thickness of the terminal makes it easy to carry. It looks like a tablet computer in your hand (see promo photo below).
The Starlink Mini 2 measures 10.35 × 12.36 × 0.91 inches (263 × 314 × 23.1 mm). The Starlink Mini 2’s small form factor doesn’t strip it of features.
It also has a USB-C port that’s used for charging the battery or keeping the power on while the battery charges separately.
Starlink Mini 2 comes with a swappable battery. Extra batteries can be purchased separately to streamline connectivity in remote locations or where external power is not available via a USB-C port.
Starlink Mini 2 comes with a small kickstand at the back for mounting it in a tilted position. This allows for optimal reception of Starlink satellite downlink.
The price of the new Starlink Mini 2 terminal is not yet announced, as the product has just been revealed.
Built for adventure
With tougher materials, a redesigned enclosure, and an IP67 rating, Mini 2 is engineered to keep you connected through rain on the trail, wind on the water, and sand at the beach.
Starlink Mini 2 Features At a Glance
- Up to 4.5 hours of connectivity on a single charge with the quick-swap battery (or plug in USB-C).
- Weight: 3.53 Ibs (1.6 kg) including battery and kickstand
- Dimensions: 10.35 × 12.36 × 0.91 inches (263 × 314 × 23.1 mm)
- Field of view: 55°
- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6
- Environmental rating: IP67
- Wi-Fi coverage: Up to 1,800 sq ft (167 m2)
- Battery: Removable, rechargeable 71 Wh battery
- Battery weight: 1.08 Ibs (490g)
- Battery attachment: Quick-release mechanism
- Charging: USB-C, 60W
- Battery power output: USB-C, up to 60W
- Power button: Built-in physical power button
- Battery indicators: LED status lights
- Kickstand: Integrated, foldable kickstand
- Tripod mount: Standard 1/4″-20 camera thread
- Charger: Included 60W USB-C wall charger
- Cable: Included 3-meter (10-foot) USB-C to USB-C cable
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