Amazon's first pair of prototype satellites for its planned Kuiper internet network were launched into space on Friday.
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifts off carrying Amazon’s two prototype relay stations for a space-based internet service it calls Project Kuiper. Joe Skipper/Reutersof prototype satellites for its planned Kuiper internet network were launched into space on Friday from Florida, the company’s first step before it deploys thousands more into orbit to beam internet service globally and compete with SpaceX’s Starlink.
Amazon divulged few specifics about the two satellites, which were built at its satellite plant in Redmond Amazon has vowed to invest US$10-billion into its Kuiper project, which was announced in 2019, the year SpaceX began deploying its first operational Starlink spacecraft.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Surge in rooftop solar is hurting Eskom - TechCentralSouth Africa’s near-fourfold increase in rooftop solar in the past year has reduced revenue at Eskom.
Read more »
Virtual wheeling offers South Africa a glimmer of light - TechCentralVirtual wheeling, being trialled by Vodacom and Eskom, could be one of the answers to the ongoing energy crisis.
Read more »
Sustainable infrastructure in the Pan Amazon: In search of an oxymoronSouth Africa Today, News source, provides breaking news on South Africa, world, Africa, sport, travel and more.
Read more »
SANDF releases names of members who perished in N Cape fire - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports,SANDF has released the names of the six members who died on Friday.
Read more »
Stormers finish season prep on a highThe DHL Stormers signed off their 2023-24 campaign preparations victoriously in a thrilling double-header in George on Friday.
Read more »
France thrash Italy to reach quartersDamian Penaud edged closer to Serge Blanco's France try record as Les Bleus secured a World Cup quarter-final with a convincing win of Italy on Friday.
Read more »