Elon Musk Dispels Rumors: SpaceX Is Not Developing a Smartphone

Recent speculation suggested that Elon Musk's SpaceX was venturing into the consumer electronics market by developing its own smartphone. The rumors hinted that this move was intended to expand the company's satellite business ahead of a potential large-scale IPO later this year. However, these reports have been officially put to rest.

In a clear and direct statement early on February 6th, Beijing time, Elon Musk personally denied the circulating rumors. He confirmed, "We are not developing a phone," ending the speculation about a potential 'SpaceX Phone' entering the market.


Elon Musk Dispels Rumors: SpaceX Is Not Developing a Smartphone

 

The denial comes at a time when SpaceX is making significant strides in its satellite network ambitions. On February 4th, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) accepted SpaceX's application to build a non-geostationary orbit satellite system and has opened it for public comment, signaling progress in the company's expansion plans.

 

Elon Musk Dispels Rumors: SpaceX Is Not Developing a Smartphone

 

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr publicly welcomed the initiative on the X platform. He noted that the application for an "orbital data center" was received and stated, "According to the applicant, the proposed system would be a first step towards a Kardashev Type II civilization and could enable other goals."

 

Elon Musk Dispels Rumors: SpaceX Is Not Developing a Smartphone

 

This ambitious project underscores the true scale of SpaceX's focus. According to previous reports, the company has applied to the FCC for a one-time launch of up to one million satellites, with the objective of creating a comprehensive "orbital data center" network around the Earth.

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