Amazon reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar
Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar, according to a 9to5Mac report published on April 1, 2026. Globalstar provides the satellite connectivity used for Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features, and Apple’s 20% stake in the company is reportedly a key factor in the negotiations.
The source report did not state a transaction value, timeline, or deal terms. It identified Globalstar as the satellite partner behind Apple device features on iPhone and Apple Watch and said Apple holds a 20% stake in the company.
Globalstar’s role in Apple’s satellite features places the reported talks at the intersection of device connectivity and non-terrestrial network services. For the eSIM market, satellite-backed connectivity is adjacent to broader work on embedded connectivity in consumer devices, although the source report did not mention eSIM standards such as eUICC (embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Card) or GSMA specifications.
Related Questions
- Does Apple use Globalstar for satellite features?
- Yes. Globalstar provides the satellite connectivity used for Apple iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features, according to the source report.
- Is Amazon buying Globalstar?
- Reportedly. 9to5Mac said on April 1, 2026 that Amazon is in talks to acquire Globalstar, but the report did not include final deal terms or a closing date.
- How much of Globalstar does Apple own?
- Apple owns 20% of Globalstar, according to the source report, and that stake is reportedly a key factor in the negotiations.
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