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Starlink Debuts New Rectangular Dish
Currently available for orders, but only in the US
By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Published on November 11, 2021 03:30PM EST Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Western Kentucky University Gulf Coast Community College Jerri L. Ledford has been writing, editing, and fact-checking tech stories since 1994. Her work has appeared in Computerworld, PC Magazine, Information Today, and many others. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Internet & Security Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming SpaceX's space internet venture Starlink has revealed its new rectangular dish that is thinner and lighter than the first-generation circular model. According to specs provided by Starlink, the new dish is 19 inches by 12 inches and, with the cable, weighs 9.2 pounds, which is almost half the weight of the older model. Improvements to the dish's overall kit have also been made, including adding a new 3x3 MU-MIMO internet router that can operate in extreme temperatures. Starlink MU-MIMO stands for Mulituser Multiple-In Multiple-Out, and this technology allows people to use multiple bandwidth channels when transmitting or receiving data. With this new dish, owners can access three separate bandwidth channels to use with their kit. The older model only allowed access to two separate channels. However, the ethernet port had to be removed to compensate for this extra channel, although an adapter is available for purchase if someone wants to connect a device directly to the router. The MIMO router has a water resistance rating of IP54 which means it's protected against dust and splashes of liquid. And it can now operate in temperatures as low as -22 degrees up to a maximum of 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Starlink The Starlink kit also comes with new types of poles that attach to the sides of houses as well as a long ground pole for when roof mounting is not possible. The price for the new dish remains the same as the older model at $499, and that’s without the internet service for which you will have to pay an extra $99 a month. It is currently available for new orders, but only in the United States with one subscription per account. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Which iPhone Should You Buy? 5G: The Latest News & Updates (October 2022) How Long Does an iPad Last? Everything You Need to Know About iOS 7 The Ultimate Router Buying Guide The 8 Best Laptops at Walmart in 2022 Tesla Phone: News and Expected Price, Release Date, Specs; and More Rumors Compare Every iPad Model Ever Made The 9 Best Routers for Under $50 of 2022 The 9 Best Linksys Routers of 2022 What Is Multiple-In Multiple-Out (MIMO) Technology? The 9 Best Cable Modem/Router Combos of 2022 Tested by Lifewire What's The Difference? LED vs. LCD TVs The 9 Best Long-Range Routers of 2022 The 6 Best Netgear Routers of 2022 The 9 Best 802.11ac Wi-Fi Wireless Routers of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies