# Amazon Plans to Launch Global Satellite Phone Network by 2028 The new network, consisting of over 5,000 satellites, will offer direct-to-device services. - **Source:** [The Verge (theverge.com)](https://www.theverge.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/46a231c3-afeb-41b3-95b2-f3c2dc7599da ## Amazon's Satellite Network Plan Amazon plans to launch a global satellite phone network by 2028. This network will consist of 5,105 satellites and offer direct-to-device services. In its FCC application, Amazon stated that this satellite network will provide 'voice, messaging, data, and emergency services.' Similar to Starlink's partnership with T-Mobile, Amazon aims to collaborate with mobile network operators. ## Globalstar and Apple Collaboration Amazon acquired Globalstar's satellite network and took over its deal to provide direct-to-device services for Apple devices. The new satellite network will use Globalstar's spectrum and collaborate with Apple on future satellite services. This move is seen as part of Amazon's strategy to expand its communication infrastructure. ## FCC Application and Spectrum Usage Amazon's FCC application includes a request to use spectrum assigned to Iridium's satellite network outside the U.S. Rocket Lab is in the process of acquiring Iridium and has expansion plans. Amazon aims to increase its global coverage by using this spectrum. This is another step in the company's efforts to strengthen its communication infrastructure. ## Leo Platform and Broadband Services Amazon's new satellite network will complement the broadband services it plans to offer through its Leo platform. These services will be used not only for consumer satellite services but also for disaster response and emergency messaging. Amazon aims to diversify its communication infrastructure with this project. ## Number of Satellites and Performance Improvements Amazon's new satellite network will be nearly twice the size of its initial Leo constellation, which includes around 3,200 satellites. So far, over 375 satellites have been launched. The new satellites will process signals in orbit to improve performance, aiming to provide faster and more reliable services to users. ## Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion Amazon plans to expand its market through strategic partnerships with mobile network operators. Starlink's partnership with T-Mobile has shown that such collaborations can be successful. Amazon aims to strengthen its position in the global communication market with a similar model. ## Emergency and Disaster Response Amazon's new satellite network will be used to support communication infrastructure during disasters. It will provide services in critical areas such as emergency messaging and disaster response, aiming to enhance community safety. This is also seen as one of Amazon's social responsibility projects. ## Amazon's Communication Strategy Amazon's satellite phone network project is part of the company's strategy to expand and diversify its communication infrastructure. This project aims to increase Amazon's influence in the technology and communication sectors. With a global satellite network, Amazon plans to offer more comprehensive services to both consumers and corporate customers. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.theverge.com/tech/971437/amazon-leo-direct-to-device-satellite-network — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._