Early users of Starlink received a perplexing email in November 2025, notifying them that SpaceX would no longer be supporting software updates to their first-generation router. To address this ...

In areas where traditional broadband is unreliable or nonexistent, satellite internet like Starlink becomes a lifeline for reliable internet. The service has grown rapidly – Starlink started with half ...

SpaceX is replacing some of its oldest routers for free. Affected Gen 1 users will receive an email. The Router Mini is an upgrade over the Gen 1 in almost every way. Have you been a Starlink customer ...

In November 2025, Starlink announced that it would phase out its first-generation (Gen 1) Wi-Fi routers that came bundled with initial Starlink internet connections. Subscribers still using the Gen 1 ...

The big picture: Starlink started operations in 2020 after SpaceX launched its first batch of 60 satellites the previous year. After five years, the company is discontinuing support for its ...

PCWorld explores a rural user’s Starlink experience, revealing key installation insights and performance surprises that new customers should understand. Professional roof mounting dramatically ...

Starlink's built‑in router is more than adequate if you're browsing memes or streaming shows in your cozy corner of the countryside. It's a plug‑and‑play, hands‑off, and minimal-fuss setup. But what ...