Opt out of Starlink coverage on iPhone?

Didn’t you read my comment? Or just regurgitate what you mentioned in another comment. I was told by T-Mobile my account will not have any connection to Starlink, the service isn’t part of my Magenta plan. Are you hinting customer service is lying to me without saying it?

Also, Elon said he would make his service available to other carrier IF THEY WANTED IT. I read your previous message about the other carriers using other satellite services or ownership.

And yes, I know my iPhone will use Globalstar for SOS services. Again, you chose not to read my comment.

lobsterghost1 wrote:

Zachyy wrote:

lobsterghost1 wrote:

Zachyy wrote:

Update: T-Mobile’s Starlink satellite feature is now in public beta, allowing anyone in the U.S. with an iPhone or Android to test it, even if they sign up for another carrier. It will be free until July.

I can't find anything supporting this, so can you please show us where you found this? I don't understand how this would work, since Starlink operates on the N51 band, which ONLY T-Mobile uses for Starlink.

Here you go: https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-starlink-beta-open-for-all-carriers?clickref=1011lAeHygfB

It says in the first few lines: The beta is now open for absolutely everyone — yes, even Verizon and AT&T customers — to register for free access until July

That's interesting. Not something I'll be signing up for, but interesting.

Neither will I. I am fine with Apple’s Global Star satellite connection.

You may want to familiarize yourself with the T-Mobile website.

https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/satellite-phone-service

Im assuming you’ll read it, but for other community members, here’s a screenshot.

You did not even bother to read past the first post......which contained false information.

Want some facts? Read this: The Starlink Myth - Apple Community

Leave Apple? Go ahead. You can move to Android.....they already have Starlink.

Hi All, here are the instructions from T-Mobile Support.

Here are the steps to unenroll from the T-Mobile Starlink application:

1. **Log into Your T-Mobile Account**: Access your T-Mobile account through the T-Mobile website or mobile app.

2. **Navigate to the Starlink Section**: Go to the section related to T-Mobile Starlink services.

3. **Select Unenroll Option**: Look for the option to manage or unenroll from the Starlink service.

4. **Confirm Unenrollment**: Follow the prompts to confirm your decision to unenroll from the Starlink application.

5. **Check for Confirmation**: Ensure you receive a confirmation message or email indicating that you have successfully unenrolled from the service.

If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, you can reach out to T-Mobile's customer support or visit a T-Mobile store for help.

It’s not on your phone. You have to be a T-Mobile customer and opt into satellite. Have you done both?

laurahtribble wrote:

I DO NOT WANT starlink on my phone. If there is no option to opt out, I will not be using IPHONE as much as I love it!!!

newfie404 wrote:

Thank you for clarifying, I just read that Apple and Musk’s starlink were joining and I don’t want to support anything involved with Musk

thank you for easing my mind

No problem! I am curious where this misinformation is being spread. It may be helpful to others as well, so they can reevaluate where they are getting their news. In this day and age, accurate information is more important than ever, and it is up to the user to determine the source of the information they believe.

From my understanding if the linking is possible it would show up in the privacy settings-> system services-> satellite connection (on/off).

scritchlow1 wrote:

I will leave Apple if they move forward with starlink! I will not support Musk and give him $.000001 of my money.

The Starlink Myth - Apple Community

Hello~ Android has been “partnered” with Starlink for quite some time…so what product will you move to? Please read this…

The Starlink Myth - Apple Community

Please??

~Katana-San~

Your choice.

Noelonmuskplease wrote:

I am thinking of selling my iPhone.. I have had iPhone since 3GS and also thinking of leaving T-Mobile .. been with them since Nextel/sorint.. I want nothing to do with Elon musk

Noelonmuskplease wrote:

I am thinking of selling my iPhone.. I have had iPhone since 3GS and also thinking of leaving T-Mobile .. been with them since Nextel/sorint.. I want nothing to do with Elon musk

If you're thinking Apple will see this and change course, you'd be wrong. This is a user to user only forum, which Apple doesn't read for feedback. As users, we honestly don't care what phone or carrier you use. Just don't be surprised to see all manufacturers and carriers ultimately adopt this as well.

Or "cut off your nose to spite your face." Completely your choice.

So, let me ask you a question. Having the ability to connect to Starlink is no different than having the ability to connect to the cellular carrier of your choice. Starlink is a service you can choose not to use.

I choose my carrier based on multiple factors. But are any of the telecoms saints? I really don’t think so. I make choices.

If I come across an accident and have no cellular connection would I choose to save a life over not connecting to Starlink? You bet I would. It’s a choice and I’d rather have Starlink as a choice than not.

Just for the record, I cancelled my Twitter account the day he bought it. I’m no fan, but yes a service in an emergency you bet.

Jeff Donald wrote:

So, let me ask you a question. Having the ability to connect to Starlink is no different than having the ability to connect to the cellular carrier of your choice. Starlink is a service you can choose not to use.

I choose my carrier based on multiple factors. But are any of the telecoms saints? I really don’t think so. I make choices.

If I come across an accident and have no cellular connection would I choose to save a life over not connecting to Starlink? You bet I would. It’s a choice and I’d rather have Starlink as a choice than not.

Just for the record, I cancelled my Twitter account the day he bought it. I’m no fan, but yes a service in an emergency you bet.

I cancelled my account that day as well. So, not a fan. But if an emergency arises and this technology could save my or someone else's life, I'll use it without reservation.

Jeff Donald wrote:

So, let me ask you a question. Having the ability to connect to Starlink is no different than having the ability to connect to the cellular carrier of your choice. Starlink is a service you can choose not to use.

I choose my carrier based on multiple factors. But are any of the telecoms saints? I really don’t think so. I make choices.

If I come across an accident and have no cellular connection would I choose to save a life over not connecting to Starlink? You bet I would. It’s a choice and I’d rather have Starlink as a choice than not.

Just for the record, I cancelled my Twitter account the day he bought it. I’m no fan, but yes a service in an emergency you bet.

Well said Jeff. Totally agree with both you and lobsterghost1.