As of 2026, Starlink Generation 3 (Gen 3) represents the current standard in satellite internet hardware, specifically refined for residential and high-performance use. The Gen 3 Standard kit features a sleek, kickstand-based dish design that eliminates the motorized actuation of previous models, opting for a wider field of view and simplified manual alignment. This generation introduced the Gen 3 Wi-Fi 6 router, which includes two integrated Ethernet ports and significantly improved range and device capacity. Looking ahead through 2026, SpaceX is transitioning the network to Starlink V3 satellites, which are projected to deliver gigabit-class speeds and a massive increase in total capacity, further narrowing the performance gap between satellite and terrestrial fiber connections.