I totally agree. I don't think there would be a push for NACS from other automakers if it isn't better, royalty free, and completely open.

I have Starlink as well - over promised, and under delivered _but_ it currently still has no competition in my area.

The difference is that Tesla now has competition, but they did still have some good ideas. If NACS really is open and free, I don't see the big deal.