Apple Unveils Text Via Satellite As Rivalry With SpaceX Heats Up

Apple iPhone text messaging

Previously, some newer iPhones could send text messages to emergency services via satellite.

Credit: Apple
Users of iPhone 14 and newer models will be able to send and receive text messages via a satellite connection, Apple announced at its developer conference. Newer iPhones could previously send text messages to emergency services via a partnership that Apple struck with satellite communications...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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