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Apple Has Secret Team Working on Satellites to Beam Data to Devices
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Apple Inc. has a secret team working on satellite technology that the iPhone maker could use to beam Internet services directly to devices, bypassing wireless networks, according to people familiar with the work. The company has about a dozen engineers from the aerospace, satellite, and antenna design industries working on the project with the goal of deploying their results within five years, said the people, who asked not to be identified. Work on the project is still early and could be abandoned, nd a clear direction and use for satellites hasn't been finalized, the sources said.
Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook has shown interest in the project, indicating it's a company priority.
Apple's work on communications satellites and next-generation wireless technology means the aim is likely to beam data to a user's device, potentially mitigating the dependence on wireless carriers, or for linking devices together without a traditional network. Apple could also be exploring satellites for more precise location tracking for its devices, enabling improved maps and new features.
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