Amazon set to launch its first Project Kuiper satellite internet prototypes

5 articles, oldest first.

1. New York Times

   Amazon Prepares for First Launch of Project Kuiper Satellites ↗ (opens New York Times)

   Published Oct 5, 2023

   New York Times's feed description

   The two prototype spacecraft will test systems to be used in a planned megaconstellation to provide internet service from orbit that will eventually compete with SpaceX’s Starlink service.

2. NBC10 Philadelphia

   Amazon set to launch its first Project Kuiper satellite internet prototypes ↗ (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

   Published Oct 5, 2023

   Same headline from 1 more outlet

   NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

   Amazon aims to launch the first pair of prototypes for its Project Kuiper satellite internet system.

3. KTVZ Bend

   Amazon launches first Project Kuiper satellites with goal of creating a megaconstellation ↗ (opens KTVZ Bend)

   Published Oct 5, 2023

   KTVZ Bend's feed description

   By Jackie Wattles, CNN (CNN) — Amazon has officially joined the race to build massive constellations of satellites that can blanket the globe in internet connectivity — a move that puts the tech company in direct competition with SpaceX and its Starlink system.

4. Engadget

   Amazon's first internet satellite launch was a success ↗ (opens Engadget)

   Published Oct 5, 2023

   Engadget's feed description

   Amazon's Project Kuiper is has launched its first two internet satellite prototypes. It plans to gather real-world data from the mission ahead of launching production in 2024.

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