SpaceX has unveiled Starlink Mini 2, an updated portable satellite internet terminal that combines a dish, router and battery in a laptop-sized device. The key change is the addition of a removable 71Wh battery pack, allowing users to swap in a charged battery instead of relying on an external power source. SpaceX also upgrades the wireless hardware from Wi‑Fi 5 to Wi‑Fi 6.
The rollout details described by outlets include U.S. preorders opening for $999, which comes bundled with a year of Roam Unlimited service, with shipments expected to start in mid-December. The battery pack is described as weighing about 490 grams and supporting up to around 4.5 hours of connectivity, with LED indicators and USB‑C charging. Additional hardware updates mentioned across coverage include an integrated Wi‑Fi 6 router, protection rated as IP67, and a foldable kickstand.
Outlets differ mainly in emphasis: Slashdot focuses on the practical implications of detachable power for camping and travel, while The Verge highlights the overall all-in-one design and the swappable-battery feature as part of the new model.
