Starlink is building a nationwide 5G network with Qualcomm to put an end to dropped calls

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1. Bloomberg

   Qualcomm to Build Equipment for SpaceX’s US Mobile Phone Network ↗ (opens Bloomberg)

   Published Nov 4, 2026

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   Qualcomm Inc. will supply hardware components for SpaceX’s planned nationwide terrestrial wireless network, the latest sign that Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite company is committed to challenging the biggest players in the US mobile industry.

2. Quartz

   SpaceX selected Qualcomm to supply technology for Starlink Mobile's U.S. 5G ground network ↗ (opens Quartz)

   Published Nov 4, 2026

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   Qualcomm said SpaceX plans to begin its nationwide U.S. rollout in 2027, with tens of thousands of sites under a multi-year agreement

3. Digital Trends

   Starlink is building a nationwide 5G network with Qualcomm to put an end to dropped calls ↗ (opens Digital Trends)

   Published Nov 4, 2026

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   SpaceX has picked Qualcomm to power Starlink Mobile, a nationwide 5G network of cell towers that will work alongside Starlink’s satellites to keep you connected.

4. Billings Gazette

   Elon Musk picks Qualcomm to help deploy Starlink mobile phone service ↗ (opens Billings Gazette)

   Published Nov 5, 2026

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   Qualcomm inked a deal with SpaceX on Wednesday to provide telecommunication technology for its up-and-coming Starlink Mobile service.