Starlink is FINALLY in Kenya: Everything you need to know!

[@henrymmene4470]

Even our media will not do a great explanation of this thing. Your video is very informative.

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@muneneduncan]

The simple explanation that we all need to learn. Thanks for this.

[@Dkens]

Welcome, and thanks.

[@IzzoForex]

Probably a good idea if you have a camping site or a lodge somewhere in Wakanda or Kapedo and dont mind dropping 100K setup cost and charging customers more per night just coz you have FREE WIFI on your package.

[@Dkens]

Very true!

[@luketarus2769]

Intelligent observation. Starlink favours well-off businesses and homes in rural homes.

[@tonnie7079]

I watched the entire 13 Min without getting bored which means you know what you are talking about n complete with the drawings, I am subbed!!

[@Dkens]

Welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@skinnyzebra8626]

I CAN SEE MOST PEOPLE WERE VERY PLEASED INCLUDING ME ABOUT HOW HE ELABORATED SO WELL BUT HIS LIKES ARE LESS THAN THE COMMENTS GUYS LETS GIVE HIM THE LIKES HE DESERVES IT!!

[@Dkens]

Thanks for the support!

[@BloodyActorX]

Correction 200MBPS is good for game downloads where modern games are like 50 GB plus, but actually playing online games relies on LATENCY (how long does information take to get to the service and back to you) REALTIME COMMUNICATION DEPENDS ON THIS AS WELL ,SO if star link latency is just too high then it's not a good pick for online gamers like myself

[@Dkens]

True. Most testers have reported pings of around 50ms, which is not too bad for gaming, though not perfect.

[@coolflame8846]

@@Dkens in africa 50mbps is too good

[@Fx_Underground]

@@Dkens 50ms is not perfect but it is great, i usually get 70-90ms🥲😂

[@faithfultoyeshua4576]

50 ms is too fast

[@Dkens]

@@coolflame8846 sure. It ranges though... From down to 20 to past 100.

[@Fred-KE]

How I wish my school teachers were as clear as you. Very good explanation.

[@Dkens]

Thanks! 😃 Good to hear.

[@ProfLearn]

This was a top student in my time my friend namwogopa 😮😮

[@Dkens]

Hahaha

[@lethalstreak]

I have been waiting for this video so much. Great one as always

[@Dkens]

There you go! Thanks.

[@WordsPictures997]

Dickenns, you're such a brilliant mind! Thank you so much for all you share on KZbin! I always feel usefully smarter after watching your content.

[@Dkens]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@BlueeCityJ]

Best KZbinr so far in Kenya

[@Dkens]

Humbled! Thanks for the support

[@BlueeCityJ]

@@Dkens anytime I want to purchase equipment for a podcast am setting up....n thanks to you I found out about aquantuo 💪🏾

[@Dkens]

@@BlueeCityJ good to know!

[@Kitao9]

Agreed

[@EricRickdees]

Good stuff Dickens. I am impressed by the 'dumbed down' explanation that has simplified this whole starlink story 😂 You truly have come a long way from way back tukiwa EBL KTL. I am proud of you 👊🏽

[@Dkens]

Rickdeeeeeees! Long time man! Hahaa you made me love tech during those days, too bad I didnt pursue it in school... But I remember the Nokia N95 etc... Good old days! Hope youre keeping well though, Thanks!

[@curty920]

this will benefit my Rugby team in Rusinga Island

[@Dkens]

yeah that's a good use case

[@jaru75]

Great and quality tech updates as always. 🎉

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@MwauraMuroki]

Your diagrams are well drawn and the explanation is spot on

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@Dr.Lukale]

am interested in Starlink for my rural home, currently paying safcom 4k for 1mbs via their 4g routers. there is no comparison there

[@Dkens]

That will be a very suitable use case. Otherwise hope you've been good doc!

[@TheJayair]

That is a great idea, but first you have to make sure that, they have built a bas station near you rural area. What I mean is that, it's not like you're directly getting a one to one connection with the satellite. By my knowledge they have to have built a ground base station to receive the data and send that same data to the base station so that it can read your data and resend it back to you. So you have to do some research before purchasing it.

[@TheTororist]

4k for 1mbs?? holy cow, where is your rural home?? lodwar?

[@coders_paradise]

​@@TheJayairI think that was the previous satellite communication model. Not starliknk.

[@Dkens]

Sure. Starlink does not use base stations.

[@sedric_muholo]

Can't believe KZbin recommended your channel today I wish this algorithm did this earlier such great content from Kenya

[@Dkens]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@giddyakali27]

Thank you. I have understood it better and will undoubtedly get it

[@Dkens]

Great! Hope you enjoy it.

[@supergamer254]

It's my first time watching your videos .. You deserve over 100k subscribers

[@Dkens]

Thanks! Will get there someday!

[@nottoonior]

playing online games depends on ping and jitter which is quite high as they have said so it wont be a pleasant experience untill they improve on this..dont buy this if u are a streamer or a online gamer🤝

[@Dkens]

Very true

[@johnnymusyoki2895]

You got a new subscriber, great content, really enjoyed this.

[@Dkens]

Welcome, thanks!

[@desajo]

Is starlnk preferable when it comes to Internet service providers.... Like can it be advisable to be used to provide WiFi to tenants... What's your take on that?

[@leonmuyeguahori7666]

Check on terms of service since that would mean you will push more traffic

[@Dkens]

Their terms of service dont allow reselling your connection, but I doubt you can be blocked from sharing your wifi password for example, only that speeds will reduce the more people use it.

[@desajo]

@@leonmuyeguahori7666 understood

[@desajo]

@@Dkens thank you

[@aneneedits]

you haven't mentioned one thing when it's windy or it's raining the internet speed will be so poor that you can't watch 144p videos I am using wired internet and its 89mbps and I pay 800ksh my upload speed is more than 20mbps I can upload 20GB for just 6 to 8hrs but Starlink will take 3 to 4days

[@Dkens]

Thats good for you... You wouldn't need starlink, but there are people who will. True, weather is a factor for starlink.

[@ivyachola5210]

Which one are you using?

[@GathigoAndrew]

Another advantage i see is portability, so long as there is a source of power, for example, you can carry the hardware to your rural area and access the speeds same as urban areas.

[@Dkens]

Very true

[@ndinanimajali2363]

What a premium video. Thanks for the information!

[@kevinchirchir9713]

are you a network engineer bruh, coz that was excellent, my profession.......who else had no idea about starlink😄😄😄😄

[@Dkens]

Hahaha Im nothing close to that, but thanks!

[@kevinchirchir9713]

@@Dkens okay nice

[@pngenorotich8176]

A year ago it was selling at 100k now around 40k,next year I'm buying it at 10k😅

[@brucewhittaker1282]

You missed out the ground station in your drawing. Starlink does need a ground station to operate, but the signal can bounce around between satellites before it has to pass through a ground station. Currently only 2 in Africa in Nigeria.

[@Dkens]

Thanks for the info!

[@techdailyafrica]

Correction: we don’t usually use Satellites for internet. We use deep sea Fibre cables.

[@Dkens]

True, I was just giving an example of conventional satellites, didn't mean that that is what we mainly use.

[@jamesodhiambo3874]

Thanks to the youtube algorithm for coming through with this channel

[@Dkens]

Welcome!

[@TheTororist]

I saw a mzungu techie youtuber from central kenya review it. it wasnt all that. unless you live in a very remote part of the country, stick to 5g. its faster, more reliable and cheaper. but if you are stationed in mandera, its alright

[@Dkens]

True, not unless you consume so much data, at which point 5g becomes unviable.

[@mauricealgorithm7320]

Am sure those who owns iPhone 13,14,15 pros can buy Starlink whenever they feel like. Any let me keep quiet with my 6mpbs at ksh1,500.

[@Dkens]

hehee, very true. As long as you're comfortable, enjoy!

[@RobertTvTanzania]

how about in Tanznia it's work?

[@Dkens]

Not sure

[@kevinkkirimii]

Starlink = Dstv for bundles. Awesome presentation

[@Dkens]

Nice summary. Thanks!

[@engr.anthonymwangi1219]

let me use fiber ..this thing is damn expensive.. fiber is only 5k installation and 2k monthly

[@Dkens]

Sure if you can access fiber, its way cheaper to get

[@t0n0k0]

Competition is also good for the end consumer and force more innovation from Safcom, Airtel etc

[@Dkens]

Very true.

[@nicholasguantai6726]

Buda your videos are exceptionally informative .....made this concept easy to understand....keep up the good work..how's the practice after graduation?

[@Dkens]

Thanks doc! I'll keep up! All is well out here, just hustling... hope you're fine!

[@panic_seller]

I was happy for this but now NOT happy after going through the comments, excellent download speeds yes, mobility is a PLUS but PING is equally important for me since I do online gaming. Would still be great for my home in shags though. Another Point I was wondering was can we resell the Internet??

[@Dkens]

Their TOS doesn't allow reselling, not unless you just share your internet somehow. Otherwise reported pings range from 20 to 100ms... Not too bad.

[@warrior2731]

I love this guy. He explains things perfectly.

[@Dkens]

Welcome!

[@Rydberg-Atoms]

Rural access? But how many rural forks need or can afford starlink?

[@Dkens]

Only the ones with big monies lol

[@ryanwilliamske]

Hey man, great video. One thing I want to know is if it'll be affected by rain like DSTv.

[@Dkens]

Thanks. I didnt mention it but yes, weather affects it.

[@clintonnyamongo7799]

This is quite informative. Good job.

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@mwaboza]

You just got a new follower! This is top notch explanation ul

[@Dkens]

Thanks and welcome!

[@TechInADay]

Well explained. Does FSK mean something to you? If so,💪.

[@Dkens]

Haha thanks! Most definitely... I was there... and I guess you too.

[@kinyuakariithi]

Amazing content bruh,Star link are a game changer

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@lutaayam]

Congrats. Waiting for license in UG

[@Dkens]

Thanks, all the best!

[@henrynyabuto4892]

You have explained it very well

[@Priscillazawadi]

You are good in explaining

[@Dkens]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@Digagz390]

It's good but not as good as Fiber Optic internet, for me they have come a little bit to late in my opinion...might as well stick to the the faster option.

[@Dkens]

Fiber is better for most uses, especially if you can access it.

[@MRBRIBBLEX.]

Great video thanks for the elaboration

[@Dkens]

Thanks and welcome!

[@MungaiJm]

You've got no business getting this thing if you live in urban areas served by other ISPs considering initial cost and upload speeds.

[@Dkens]

True.

[@zonzipol4745]

main reason our kenyan brothers are way ahead of us in terms of tech .. i have been trying to bring starlink to my country but guy! the bureaucracy cheeii!!

[@Dkens]

Bureaucracy can really get in the way of development!

[@kyeat]

The next video shows us how to order

[@Dkens]

Hopefully that might come.

[@BrianOlogi]

is it just me or the Twitter image looks more like a satellite than the satellite drawing itself. anyway, great video.

[@Dkens]

Thanks, lol, I know!

[@jeromeyoung4782]

I love your explanation bro.. Although i have to ask, there was a time when it was being said that it would cost 110$ per month,and in this video they have shown 6500. Have they stated any reason for the decrease in price?

[@Dkens]

Thanks, Their prices usually vary per region, I guess they price it accoeding to the local purchasing power.

[@jeromeyoung4782]

@@Dkens oh. Alright. Thanks 👍

[@raymondmambo7242]

Can i get this and spread internet to my neighbors at a fee

[@Dkens]

Reselling is against their terms of service... though Im sure some Kenyans will do that lol

[@petermigwi7735]

Beside the symmetrical download and upload speeds, You haven't mentioned the 'latency'. Very important.

[@Dkens]

Sure I didn't, but many reviewers have reported around 50-100ms

[@labanokusi3014]

any one using star link in western Kenya ,kakamega share your experince

[@chiefkulo]

Just found this channel, immediate like and sub! Awesome content!

[@Dkens]

Awesome, thank you!

[@patrickmbelenzi493]

Price

[@Dkens]

Its in the video.

[@thesigmasystems]

How much is 100000 Kenya money in USD

[@Dkens]

About 700 usd

[@rexmajoong5145]

Can you share with neighbours! Or sell for that matter

[@Dkens]

I think its against their terms of service to share a connection, but on the other hand you can always just share your wifi, lol

[@juniourx2203]

260 mbbs can I share it with my neighbour if I have a cable to distribute it am living in bungalows that are in one compound

[@Dkens]

You possibly can

[@cosmicsoftwares]

simple and amazing explanation

[@Dkens]

Glad you think so!

[@SirmeNakitare]

Great explanation. Tuambieko juu ya WorldCoin kabla tuuze macho bwana!! 😅

[@Dkens]

Thanks! Coming up...

[@iankcheruiyot]

You should be getting tech ads by now 🙏. Is there a link we can vote for the best tech channels?

[@Dkens]

Haha, I wish there was one. But thanks!

[@zadockism1]

I here the main problem with starlink is the set up cost

[@allyhagee]

How much is it

[@Dkens]

Yeah the initial cost is quite high. But once you buy it you dont have to pay anyone to set it up for you.

[@festohkozby1378]

Man good job. Very informative

[@Dkens]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Emmix5001]

Great informative video. Also, Really funny guy. Subscribed!

[@Dkens]

Glad you enjoyed! Welcome!

[@raphaelnjoroge170]

we are waiting for a video as u set it up and test it.

[@Dkens]

Still trying to convince myself that I can drop the big monies... But let's see 😂

[@raphaelnjoroge170]

It will be worth it

[@TheTororist]

theres a dude in central kenya who bought it months ago

[@dennisnyaga1651]

You are actually a very good artist,

[@Dkens]

Haha thanks!

[@malikatnahl3892]

No monthly payment for the rest of one's life?

[@edwardonyaoking8173]

Iko very expensive. 240 $ a month. Many kenyans cannot afford it. Lakini iko very fast 5g network.

[@Dkens]

Costs 6500 per month

[@sannyonyango3667]

I think starlink is also cheaper in the long run

[@Dkens]

Possibly...

[@kingdavid.]

manz taught the whole of data communication in 4 minutes

[@Dkens]

Haha, thanks.. hope its helpful

[@timothymwirigi2027]

hapo pa lower latancy i dont think starlink will provide. Good content lakini.

[@Dkens]

Reviewers in other countries have reported quite good latencies, but we'll wait and see.

[@lilliangithui]

Totally love the video. Do you fo your own filming and editing as well?

[@Dkens]

I do!

[@RoadmanEA]

Buda i like your content

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@منوعات-ع8ل1ظ]

In Sudan, our internet is severely restricted. The government controls the internet. We are now ordering via SPEAEX internet.

[@Dkens]

Very unfortunate!

[@ndimuafrica]

What items are in your set up? Camera, mic, etc

[@Dkens]

Check video description

[@imranhassan9153]

And currently twitter new name is X

[@Dkens]

Sure.

[@MohammedSwaleh-h7k]

Give your reviews of its performance

[@Dkens]

Hope to do it someday soon

[@fashekcmb9927]

Good 👍 Content well articulated

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@nzau_jr]

Nice content..That Rocket joke though😂

[@Dkens]

Thanks, 😂😂

[@Renocreedsly254]

Can i supply internet using starlink Internet?

[@solutionpane]

Dickens is an educator, not just a doctor.

[@Dkens]

Humbled! Thanks for watching

[@clnitonnganganjagi2500]

Just googled , Kumbe Dickens ni Othorpaedic surgeon 🫢 eeh we should know pple 😂... Great info Dickens, wacha kwanza i subscribe for more tech updates

[@obadiahkipngetichrugut9662]

First time here. Great information bro

[@Dkens]

Glad you liked it

[@wessmaina305]

very enjoyable videos btw😆

[@Dkens]

Glad you like them!

[@stevemwikali4885]

Can I supply to a remote institute college

[@Dkens]

Sure!

[@stevemwikali4885]

What do I need or who should I consolt

[@sjsm8578]

You have architectural visualization potential kaka 😂 medicine ikikauka you know where to find me

[@Dkens]

Really 😂? Thanks!

[@victornaya7956]

This content is worthy 😊😊

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@mulberrystudio22]

Good one 👍

[@Dkens]

Thanks

[@RinerWachira-fi1ey]

100k and after I will continue paying 6,000 per month and you say is not expensive

[@sammymaina4706]

Very informative...but 30,000km?

[@Dkens]

Thanks, that's the distance to many communications satellites that are in geostationary orbit.

[@mondigen1430]

well explained

[@Dkens]

Thanks!

[@sewaeric]

Can I buy it n use it in Uganda

[@Dkens]

Not sure, but we'll find out if they'll include an international service. Other places like US customers have that.

[@martinnyagah4313]

92,000kshs+ buying price and 6500/- monthly maintanance fee😅.

[@Dkens]

Its not for the faint of heart lol

[@donochienski7917]

This is good for sharing

[@lesthersheldon1342]

Great content thanks

[@Dkens]

Very welcome

[@thekashchannel7331]

Since iam not in Kenya, can I order the kit from Kenya and use it my country?

[@Dkens]

You actually probably can...

[@shortybossie]

Thanks for keeping it simple.😃

[@Dkens]

My pleasure 😊

[@mboyaian]

Curious. Is there a FUP on starlink? Any capping on data? Like 200gb per month ama these guys are unlimited FR FR?

[@Dkens]

Pardon the late reply. In other markets they impose a speed throttle down (not a data amount cap) when the network is congested, not yet heard about that in Kenya.