There has been a remarkable development regarding Amazon Project Kuiper, the biggest competitor of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet project. Amazon has officially shown its receivers that will enable the data from the satellite to be used in computers and other smart products. Amazon’s internet buyers are generally similar to Starlink’s buyers.
When we look at the statements made by Amazon; we see buyers will have 3 size options. Two of these are more suitable for individual consumers, while the largest buyer is more for “commercial use”, according to Amazon’s statement. So what will Project Kuiper buyers offer to consumers?
Here’s what Amazon’s satellite internet receivers will look like:
The smallest receiver designed for Project Kuiper will have a 7-inch (approximately 18 cm) build. The square-shaped receiver will actually have a portable structure. However, if this receiver is purchased, a maximum connection speed of 100 Mbps can be obtained. Amazon did not reveal any price, but said that the smallest size buyer will be the cheapest model.
The mid-size receiver, on the other hand, will also have a square design and will have a size value of 11 inches (approximately 28 cm). The receiver, which can be used after being mounted on places such as the roof or window side, will support connection speeds up to 400 Mbps. This will probably be the most preferred model for consumers who want to use Project Kuiper as fixed broadband internet at home.
The largest receiver designed for Amazon Project Kuiper will measure 19 x 30 inches (approximately 50 cm by 77 cm). The receiver, which will be used by fixing just like the medium size receiver, will be able to offer gigabit speed internet. The antenna, which will be expensive compared to others, will be able to meet the needs of businesses that need high internet speed.
When will Amazon Project Kuiper launch?
According to Amazon’s statements in the past, the satellite internet project will technically start this year. Because the company aims to launch two prototype satellites in 2023. If all goes well, Amazon will have more than 3,000 satellites in space, which will enable internet access.
For those wondering: How big are the Starlink receivers?
There are 3 antenna models created by SpaceX for Starlink. These are called Standard, High Performance and Flat High Performance. There are 11.9 by 20.2 inch receivers in the standard model, and 20.1 by 22.6 inch receivers in the High Performance and Flat High Performance models. When we compare the buyers of Amazon and SpaceX, it is possible to say that Amazon’s buyers are smaller.
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