Jinwei Zhao, a PhD student at the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada, has uncovered indications in a recent firmware update that SpaceX is developing a new Starlink Mini dish featuring a built-in battery and USB-C port. This discovery was made while Zhao analyzed the May 7 firmware release, which included references to various power sources such as PowerSource_USBC and PowerSource_BATTERY. The firmware also suggests the addition of a battery status function, hinting at an imminent product launch. Currently, the Starlink Mini dish requires users to purchase separate adapters for battery use, which limits its portability. PCMag reviewer Brian Westover noted that a built-in battery would enhance the dish's usability, particularly for fieldwork and emergency situations, as it would allow for more flexible power options. Furthermore, the firmware mentions a rugged variant of the dish, possibly designed for industrial and military purposes. As of now, SpaceX has not commented on these developments, but Zhao continues to study Starlink and its competitors to improve satellite internet services.