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As the report points out, the move comes as something of a surprise.

Apple already has a satellite provider in Globalstar, while T-Mobile has previously only offered Starlink toSamsungusers.

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In a message sent to beta users, T-Mobile says: Youre in the T-Mobile Starlink beta.

T-Mobile told Bloomberg that the vast majority of modern smartphones will soon support the feature.

SpaceX owner Elon Musk seemed to confirm the Starlink-Apple link-up in apost on X.

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He also added that Next generation constellation will do medium resolution video.

Its also limited to the US, in contrast to Apples Globalstar partnership, whichworks in several nations.

So, ensure to keep your eyes on the skies as further details emerge.