Want Starlink? Get Ready to Pay a Lot More If You Live in These 2 States

Thinking about subscribing to SpaceX's satellite internet service provider, Starlink? Be warned: The company appears to have quietly jacked up a demand-based fee in certain states. Redditors first began noticing the change this week while trying to get Starlink service in the Pacific Northwest, PCMag reported, finding that the "demand fee" at checkout was $500. The outlet noted that this fee was previously set at $250 in April for areas where the service was nearing a preset customer limit. That $250 fee was itself increased from $100, back when it was known as the "congestion fee." That's all on top of the $350 price tag for the Starlink dish on its own. Locating local internet providers A representative for Starlink did not immediately respond to a request for comment. According to Starlink, the demand fee is charged in areas where its service is in high demand, and will be refunded if service is canceled within 30 days. Locating local internet providers "In areas with high de ... Read full article.