A removable battery, Wi-Fi 6, and a slimmer design make the new Starlink Mini more useful for traveling off-grid.
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Back in May, firmware references had pointed toward SpaceX working on a new Starlink Mini with its own battery. The original Mini was already designed for travelers, campers, and people who need internet away from regular networks. But it still needed an external power source to work. Now, SpaceX has officially unveiled the Starlink Mini 2, and the battery is finally here.
The new portable satellite dish comes with a removable 71Wh battery that promises up to 4.5 hours of internet connectivity on a single charge. SpaceX is also taking preorders in the US, although access is currently limited to selected customers.
What’s new with the Starlink Mini 2?
The interesting part is how SpaceX has handled the battery. Unlike the current Starlink Mini, which requires a separate power bank, users can attach the battery to the back of the dish with a quick-release mechanism. And when it runs out, you can swap it for another one or connect the dish to a USB-C power source.
Of course, there are a few other hardware upgrades here. The Mini 2 now supports Wi-Fi 6, with wireless coverage extending up to 1,800 square feet. It also gets an IP67 rating, a physical power button, and LED indicators for checking the battery status. SpaceX has also managed to make the dish thinner at just 23.1mm, although it weighs 1.6kg with the battery and integrated kickstand attached. There’s also a standard tripod mount, while the box includes a 60W USB-C charger and a 3-meter cable.
The new battery arrangement could also be useful for people traveling in cars. Tesla, for example, has already explored using special roof materials that would allow satellite signals to pass through. Of course, the Mini 2 isn’t an integrated in-car system, but it does remove the need to carry a separate power bank for satellite internet.
What about pricing and availability?
As for the price, YouTuber DISHYtech reports that Starlink’s website backend lists a $249 Mini 2 beta kit, alongside a spare battery priced at $50. Those listings, however, don’t establish the final retail pricing. Some invited US customers have reportedly been offered a $999 package that includes a year of Roam Unlimited service. SpaceX hasn’t announced when the Mini 2 will be available more widely or when customers outside the US can order one.
Sudhanshu Kumar Manglam is a tech journalist at Digital Trends, where he covers consumer technology, science, and games.
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