Deutsche Telekom doubts SpaceX can become fourth major US carrier

Deutsche Telekom CEO Tim Höttges said satellite connectivity cannot replace cellular networks in densely populated areas and warned carriers against MVNO deals with SpaceX. SpaceX aims to compete with AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon after agreeing to acquire 800MHz spectrum.

• Höttges: satellites can't replace cellular networks in dense areas
• SpaceX is acquiring 800MHz spectrum for reliable indoor coverage
• Deutsche Telekom CEO warned carriers against MVNO deals with SpaceX
• SpaceX aims to become a fourth major US wireless carrier