Computerworld

How to use your iPhone to get help by satellite

Apple’s decision to put satellite connections in iPhones is already saving lives, and as Hurricane Milton threatens Florida, now is the time for every US iPhone user to learn how the system works and ...
GeekWire

The smart way to text via satellite with your smartphone: It’s not exactly rocket science

GeekWire’s Alan Boyle points his iPhone skyward to seek a satellite connection in an Oregon cafe. (Photo Courtesy of Alissa Farley) NEHALEM, Ore. — When I bought myself a phone that was built for ...
Computerworld

Apple to expand its satellite services with Globalstar

As a reminder, Globalstar provides the satellite infrastructure that enables life-saving satellite-based Apple services, including Emergency SOS by Satellite, Roadside Assistance via Satellite, Send ...
Reuters

Vodafone makes world's first satellite video call using standard smartphone

LONDON, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Vodafone (VOD.L), opens new tab said it had made the world's first video call via satellite using a standard smartphone from a remote location, and it plans to roll out the ...
Engadget

Apple is reportedly working on more satellite features for iPhone

Your iPhone may soon be able to do more than call for emergency help and send messages via satellite, according to the latest Power On newsletter. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple is ...