
For years, internet beamed from space sounded like a future concept. Now, it’s officially here. Elon Musk’s Starlink has quietly gone live in the United Arab Emirates, appearing on the company’s availability map and opening the door for residents to access satellite-powered internet for the first time.
But while the headline sounds simple,“Starlink is now available”, the reality is more layered. From pricing in dirhams to how it actually works and whether it can replace your home Wi-Fi, here’s the full picture.