iPhone 14 and Apple Watch will get satellite connectivity together

Apple plans to introduce new features for its smartwatches. Sources say that this is a satellite communication function for sending emergency text messages.

Apple’s smart wearables will soon be able to offer these important emergency features, according to Bloomberg. Rumor has it that satellite communications may have first appeared in the iPhone 13 series, but this did not happen. Now it is expected to appear in the iPhone 14. Users will be able to send short messages over satellite networks even without being connected to the network of a mobile operator.

The iPhone manufacturer will offer these features to help users in emergencies. The source writes that this feature will consist of two parts. The first is sending regular messages to contacts. This feature will allow users to send short text messages in areas without cell service. However, inside the Messages application, this chat will be displayed with gray bubbles.

iPhone 14 and Apple Watch will get satellite connectivity together

The second part of the system will allow users to notify the authorities of an incident involving a vehicle, ship or aircraft. This will require more specific information to be provided, such as a man falling overboard or a sinking ship. Also, the operator will immediately ask if search and rescue services are required.

The presentation of the iPhone 14 and the new Apple Watch is expected in September.

Source: ixbt

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