Amazon's Leo proposes satellite constellation for direct-to-phone service

Amazon Leo has proposed a satellite constellation of up to 5,105 satellites to provide direct-to-device voice and data connectivity, competing directly with SpaceX's Starlink and other satellite broadband operators.

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