FCC approves Amazon's $11.5B acquisition of Globalstar

The FCC approved Amazon's $11.5 billion acquisition of Globalstar, covering around 25MHz of mobile satellite spectrum and access to the 48-satellite C-3 system. Amazon will maintain satellite connectivity for current and future iPhones and Apple Watches. The deal advances Amazon's direct-to-device plans against SpaceX's Starlink.

• FCC cleared Amazon's $11.5 billion Globalstar deal
• Amazon gains about 25MHz of spectrum and the 48-satellite C-3 system
• Satellite features for iPhone and Apple Watch will be preserved