# Direct-to-Device

Amazon’s $11.5 Billion Orbital Gamble: Challenging SpaceX in the Direct-to-Device Frontier

Amazon has acquired satellite operator Globalstar for $11.57 billion to accelerate its 'Leo' satellite network and compete directly with SpaceX’s Starlink. The deal secures critical spectrum for direct-to-device mobile connectivity and reinforces a strategic partnership with Apple for future iPhone satellite features.