Starlink now imposes a $5 monthly fee for pausing its high-speed internet service, previously free. This update affects Roam, Residential, and Priority subscribers mainly in the US, Europe, and Canada. The pause feature has transitioned to a Standby Mode that permits "unlimited low-speed data," but this may not be suitable for users expecting previous capabilities. While marketed as an upgrade, this change raises concerns about transparency, especially as it undermines the originally advertised 'pay as you go' model, resulting in additional costs for seasonal travelers.
Starlink now charges $5 a month to pause its internet service, a feature that was previously available for free, affecting various subscriber types.
The free pause feature has been replaced with a $5 Standby Mode, which provides "unlimited low-speed data" and is described as suitable for backup connectivity.
SpaceX refers to the new charge as an upgrade, creating concerns that it constitutes a bait and switch regarding the 'pay as you go' service model.
Previous pausing allowed zero data at no cost, while the new Standby Mode offers only limited connectivity during pauses, impacting users' overall experience.
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