T-Mobile (TMUS) and Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starlink have officially launched their satellite-to-cell beta services during the Super Bowl 2025, the country’s biggest annual sporting event. This groundbreaking service uses cutting-edge satellite technology to connect users in areas outside the reach of traditional cell towers, providing seamless global coverage. The service is currently in public testing, available free to all users, including those on AT&T (T) and Verizon (VZ) networks.
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Notably, Starlink is a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX, the private aerospace company founded by Elon Musk. Previously in 2022, T-Mobile and SpaceX unveiled this ambitious plan to expand cellular coverage across the U.S. using low-orbit satellites.
T-Mobile and Starlink Revolutionize a New Era in Connectivity
Through its partnership with Starlink, T-Mobile is set to transform connectivity by addressing one of wireless communication’s biggest challenges – mobile dead zones. T-Mobile also announced that the service now connects over 500,000 square miles of the U.S. that were previously unreachable by terrestrial cell towers.
Additionally, the service could strengthen T-Mobile’s competitive position while it focuses on expanding coverage, particularly in smaller markets and rural areas. In 2025, the company expects net customer additions ranging from 5.5 million to 6 million.
What’s the Price of T-Mobile Starlink after Beta?
The beta trial will remain free until July, after which it will be included in T-Mobile’s premium Go5G Next plan at no additional charge. Otherwise, the service will be offered as a $15 monthly add-on. Meanwhile, T-Mobile Starlink currently supports text messages, with plans to expand to picture messages, data, and voice calls in the future.
Furthermore, T-Mobile has been collaborating with Apple (AAPL) and Google (GOOGL) to integrate this experience directly into their operating systems, making it the default satellite system on both phones.
Is T-Mobile Stock a Good Buy?
Turning to Wall Street, the analysts’ consensus rating for TMUS stock is Moderate Buy based on 13 Buys and five Holds assigned over the last three months. The T-Mobile average share price target is $261.88, which implies an upside of 6.4% from the current trading level.
TMUS stock has gained over 11% so far in 2025.
