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BY KYLE ENCINA PUBLISHED OCT 30, 2020

SpaceX’s Official Starlink App Now Available On SpaceX’s official Starlink app is now ready to serve Android and iOS users with access to tools that aid in setting up the best internet connection possible. The app also includes a slew of troubleshooting options and internet speed information, among other features. SpaceX founder Elon Musk previously revealed that the company has been busy building over a hundred Starlink satellites on a monthly basis.

With Starlink’s “Better Than Nothing Beta” program underway, SpaceX is making its eponymous app publicly available for smartphone users running at least Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or iOS 11 on iPhone. The App Store page listing describes it as a sort of companion for Starlink customers to help them in setting up the necessary hardware and to properly configure the internet connection. Of course, most of the app’s functions require the smartphone to be connected to the terminal included in the $499 Starlink kit, so users won’t be able to test them out until a working connection is established.

Aside from configuring Starlink internet connectivity, the app can also help subscribers make the most out of the service’s download speed. Another feature is that the app can utilize a smartphone’s camera to check for obstructions that might be interfering with its internet service. Obstructions will be highlighted through the use of a compass displayed in the app. In addition, it will also help users determine the best possible spots to set up the Starlink terminal to ensure optimal performance.

Once connected to Starlink’s broadband network, users can also test their internet speed in the app. Likewise, if Starlink’s internet connection isn’t working properly, the app also gives users access to troubleshooting tools, such as the ability to reboot the connection or contact customer service. The Starlink service might only be available in the northern hemisphere for now, but Musk is planning to extend its reach globally within the next two years. It will be interesting to see if this broader form of connectivity becomes one of the building blocks for the future of eSports and online gaming, given that the speed SpaceX is predicting is already looking promising for gamers.