Starlink Brings Cell Service to Costa Rica | Costa Rica News

Costa Rica News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Costa Rica is set to revolutionize off-grid connectivity with Starlink-powered cell service from Liberty and Kolbi, letting phones auto-switch to satellite signals when regular towers vanish—ideal for hikers, campers, and emergency safety. Kolbi targets businesses and government first, while Liberty focuses on everyday users. Launch slated for late 2026, with early rollout limited to texts, WhatsApp, and location sharing; voice and high-speed data coming later. Already proven in hurricane-hit Jamaica, this tech promises a future where losing signal doesn’t mean losing connection. Listen in…