Amazon will launch the first 27 satellites for its Project Kuiper internet network on April 9, using an Atlas V rocket. The goal is to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink in the growing satellite internet market.

 

 

Amazon will launch the first 27 satellites for its Project Kuiper internet network on April 9, using an Atlas V rocket. The goal is to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink in the growing satellite internet market.

 

This launch kicks off the first of 80 missions planned to build a massive constellation of over 3,200 satellites. Once completed, the system will offer fast, low-latency internet around the world by the end of this year.

 

Amazon plans to offer affordable user antennas under $400 and internet speeds up to 1 Gbps, targeting mobile, home, and business users—even in remote areas.