Qualcomm signs a multiyear SpaceX deal to supply Dragonwing hardware and network software for "tens of thousands of cell sites" for a US-wide network in 2027

If you are a mobile phone user, a new nationwide network may become available in 2027.

Qualcomm will supply hardware and network software for SpaceX's nationwide terrestrial wireless network, planned for tens of thousands of cell sites in 2027.

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This deal signals a significant expansion of SpaceX's ambitions beyond satellite internet. It highlights a growing trend of tech giants leveraging their existing infrastructure and expertise to enter new markets.

Users can anticipate potential new choices for wireless service and perhaps increased competition impacting pricing and performance.