T-Mobile’s cellular Starlink system already supports more than 50 phone models. But this week, the Federal Communications Commission relaxed a rule, allowing the carrier to add more device models to that list. The FCC issued the waiver to T-Mobile and SpaceX in an effort to ensure consumers and emergency responders can access the cellular Starlink service. The problem is that not every manufacturer has applied for the certification for their phones. As a result, T-Mobile would need to deny the satellite access to the user, even if their device is technically capable of supporting the satellite connection. But the FCC agreed with the reasoning, writing, “Application of the rules would prevent T-Mobile subscribers and first responders from accessing SCS through no fault of their own. Providing access is also in the public interest, as it will allow T-Mobile subscribers to access communications capability where they otherwise could not…” #tsatellite #starlink #tmobile #fcc