Under Elon Musk’s leadership, SpaceX will launch Starlink, a satellite internet service.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Musk stated, “We are waiting for approval from the government of Pakistan.”
Starlink, famed for its ambitious satellite internet network, intends to bring high-speed broadband to areas with poor or non-existent access.
The service has already altered internet access in a number of nations by launching thousands of small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and connecting them to ground transceivers.
Estimated packages for Pakistan
Although Starlink hasn’t officially launched in Pakistan yet, here are some details about potential internet packages based on global price fluctuations:
- Residential Package: Offers speeds of 50-250 Mbps at a monthly cost of PKR 35,000, with a one-time hardware fee of PKR 110,000.
- Business Package: Provides 100-500 Mbps speed, priced at PKR 95,000 per month. The hardware setup would cost PKR 220,000.
- Mobility Package: Ensures speeds of 50-250 Mbps, priced at PKR 50,000 monthly, with hardware costs of PKR 120,000.
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Global comparisons
In terms of pricing, Starlink maintains a competitive edge in its operational areas.
- United States: USD 110 monthly with a one-time hardware cost of USD 599.
- United Kingdom: £89 monthly with a £499 hardware fee.
- Australia: AUD 139 per month with an upfront hardware cost of AUD 709.
Subscription process
To use Starlink, a new user must follow these steps:
- Visit the Starlink website and input their address to check availability.
- Secure a spot in the queue by paying a refundable deposit (usually USD 99).
- Receive the Starlink Kit, which includes a dish, Wi-Fi router, power supply, cables, and mounting tripod.
- Install the dish in an open area with a clear sky view and follow setup instructions via the Starlink app.
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The system automatically connects to satellites, enabling people to access the internet almost immediately.
Starlink’s arrival in Pakistan could completely change how people connect, especially in underserved and remote places where regular broadband is still difficult to get to or doesn’t work well.
The advanced technology behind the service looks like it will help close the digital gap and give the country’s communications infrastructure a much-needed boost.
