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Japan’s KDDI signs up for Starlink’s direct-to-device satellite connectivity

Total Telecom

The au Starlink Direct service allows au smartphones to directly connect to the Starlink satellite that supports direct telecommunications, enabling connectivity wherever there is a sight of sky, even outside the coverage area. au Starlink Direct, which covers all of Japan, enables connectivity in the remaining 40%.

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VodafoneThree sets big goals for 5G standalone and broadband services

Total Telecom

Finally, by next year, VodafoneThree will commercially launch direct-to-device satellite connectivity via their partnership with AST SpaceMobile. We will connect every nation, every community, in every corner of the UK. When combined with Three’s FWA availability, VodafoneThree’s broadband offerings are now available to over 22.5

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AT&T Advances Broadband Innovation with prpl Foundation Life Cycle Management

Total Telecom

Key Takeaways: Transition to prplwares LCM significantly reduces resource consumption on broadband equipment, making internet services more efficient. Today, AT&T operates LCM on over 12 million broadband gateways, unlocking improved efficiency and scalability. million businesses, connect to greater possibility.

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Openreach call to UK business – “Unchain your network: The digital world won’t wait.”

Total Telecom

As legacy networks are decommissioned, systems such as payment terminals, security alarms, ISDN systems, and landline phones will cease to work, potentially leading to significant disruptions. Businesses should start by reviewing their connectivity estate to identify any equipment still relying on PSTN.

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11 State Attorneys General Defend FCC’s Cap on Prison Phone Rates

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, April 25, 2025 – A coalition of 11 attorneys general is urging a federal appeals court to uphold a Federal Communications Commission order that drastically reduced the cost of phone and video calls for incarcerated individuals and their families. in large jails and from $12.10 in small jails.

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AST SpaceMobile and Vodafone ink long-term agreement to boost global connectivity 

Total Telecom

News The agreement will allow Vodafone to offer space-based cellular broadband in both its home and partner markets AST SpaceMobile has entered into a long-term commercial agreement with Vodafone to provide global broadband access in underserved areas, enabling users to access broadband services directly through their phones.

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KDDI and Starlink Launch Japan’s First Satellite Phone Service

VoIP Review

Japan’s KDDI , in partnership with Okinawa Cellular, has embarked on a groundbreaking venture with Starlink to offer a direct-to-device satellite connectivity named au Starlink Direct. As of April 10, 2025, this service enables KDDI’s au smartphones to connect directly to Starlink satellites.

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