Amazon's Leo Satellite Internet Service Delayed Due to Orbiting Issues
Amazon's satellite internet service, Leo, was initially supposed to launch in mid-2026. However, as of September this year, it remains quiet and hasn't started offering its services yet.
The company explains that it is still waiting for all the satellites to reach their assigned operating orbits, which will provide enough network capacity and coverage when Leo officially launches.
In July, Amazon achieved a crucial milestone by sending 29 more Leo satellites into space, bringing the total deployed in Earth's orbit to 396. This number is enough to initiate 'initial service,' according to Chris Weber, VP for Amazon Leo.
However, tracking from astronomer Jonathan McDowell shows that only 299 of the Leo satellites have reached operational orbit. Another 78 appear to be descending or ascending into position, while a separate group of 14 satellites is relocating and remains close to the operational orbits.