docomo Starlink Direct, a Direct Satellite-to-Smartphone Communication Service with Starlink Satellites, to Launch on April 27
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NTT Docomo will launch "docomo Starlink Direct," a direct satellite-to-smartphone communication service utilizing Starlink satellites, starting April 27, 2026. This service will be available free of charge for the time being to approximately 22 million customers subscribed to any Docomo pricing plan, including "ahamo," without prior application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When will docomo Starlink Direct be available?
- A: It will be available starting April 27, 2026 (Monday).
- Q: Are there any usage fees?
- A: For the time being, the monthly fee is free. SMS transmission fees and data communication are also free.
- Q: Where can I use this service?
- A: It can be used in mountainous areas, remote islands, at sea, and in Japan's territorial waters, where communication was previously difficult.