No signal, no problem... you can still send messages! Apple is rolling out new satellite feature

No signal, No Problem:  You can send SMS and use Maps even without internet or signal. Apple is working on a new satellite-based feature for this. India Today reported that the American tech company is making major preparations, adding new capabilities to satellite connectivity.

The iPhone offers satellite connectivity under Emergency SOS. Let's explore its benefits.

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This Apple feature will prove useful for those who often find themselves stranded in remote areas. After this, help cannot reach them. For such people, the satellite connectivity feature is useful. It will allow them to ask for help.

Features under the Emergency SOS service

Apple already offers satellite connectivity as part of its Emergency SOS service. This feature allows users to contact rescue teams without cellular service. This can then save the lives of people in distress.

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Included by Apple in 2022

Apple included satellite connectivity in Emergency SOS with the iPhone 14 in 2022. Subsequently, the company added satellite connectivity to help car drivers on unfamiliar roads.

Wait for now

The company is now planning to incorporate satellite connectivity into Apple Maps and Messages. However, no official announcement has been made regarding this release. Apple is currently working with Globalstar, a satellite operator, to develop the satellite connectivity feature.