No signal: iPhone users can now send text messages via Starlink satellites
1 month, 3 weeks ago

No signal: iPhone users can now send text messages via Starlink satellites

India TV News  

No signal: iPhone users can now send text messages via Starlink satellites iPhone users can now receive text messages without a mobile network, thanks to Elon Musk's Starlink Direct to Cell update. Apple has announced that iPhones will now enable users to send and receive text messages even in areas with no cellular coverage. This capability is made possible through a partnership with Starlink, as part of the new iOS 18.3 update, which adds support for SpaceX's direct-to-cell satellite service. According to Bloomberg, iPhone users are prompted to "update to iOS 18.3" to "start experiencing coverage beyond."

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Apple iPhones to support Elon Musk’s SpaceX-owned Starlink direct-to-cell coverage in U.S.
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Apple iPhones to support Elon Musk’s SpaceX-owned Starlink direct-to-cell coverage in U.S.

The Hindu  

Apple's iPhone devices are now eligible to test SpaceX-owned Starlink's direct-to-cell capability that provides coverage from space, according to T-Mobile, a partner in the program. T-Mobile and Elon Musk's SpaceX are currently testing the Starlink cell network on a trial basis after receiving approval from the Federal Communications Commission in November last year. T-Mobile initially only listed a few Android …

How to access Starlink satellite network on iPhones to send text- All details
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How to access Starlink satellite network on iPhones to send text- All details

Hindustan Times  

Apple recently rolled out the stable version of the iOS 18.3 update which consists of several new features, UI changes and bug fixes. Reportedly, Apple secretly partnered with Elon Musk's Starlink and T-Mobile to provide iPhone users with satellite communication via the Starlink network which is famously known as a satellite-based internet service. How Starlink satellite network will benefit iPhone …

How to Use Your iPhone to Text Over Satellite When You're Adventuring
3 months ago

How to Use Your iPhone to Text Over Satellite When You're Adventuring

Wired  

Travel is stressful enough for most of us, but not being able to text while you’re on the road is a true nightmare. On an Apple iPhone, you see the dreaded words “not delivered” with an exclamation mark in a red circle whenever a message can’t get through. This expansion of the iPhone’s satellite connectivity—Apple previously only provided emergency satellite …

Starlink Direct-to-Cell revolution: Make calls and send texts without SIM
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Starlink Direct-to-Cell revolution: Make calls and send texts without SIM

India TV News  

Elon Musk’s Starlink is gearing up to launch its satellite internet services in the Indian market and the excitement has been booming across the country. The tech visionary has unveiled an innovative Direct-to-Cell technology, which will enable smartphones to connect directly to satellites without the need for a SIM card, specialized hardware or any additional software. Direct-to-cell technology is an …

Starlink launches direct-to-phone internet and call service, ties up with telcos to bring it to users
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Starlink launches direct-to-phone internet and call service, ties up with telcos to bring it to users

India Today  

SpaceX's Starlink has recently announced the launch of its groundbreaking direct-to-cell satellite communications. The technology is defined to enable direct connections from Starlink satellites to smartphones, bypassing traditional cell towers and providing connectivity in areas with no coverage. Starlink is making remarkable strides in expanding its satellite communications network, launching rockets and deploying new satellites at an impressive pace. In …

This Hidden iPhone Feature Could Seriously Save Your Life In An Emergency
5 months, 3 weeks ago

This Hidden iPhone Feature Could Seriously Save Your Life In An Emergency

Huff Post  

Illustration: HuffPost; Photo: Apple A new feature in iOS 18 allows messages over satellite when cellular coverage is not available. A new feature included in Apple’s latest iPhone update could be a game changer if you ever need to text someone but don’t have cell service. I could potentially see it being a subscription fee similar to current ‘international roaming’ …

SpaceX launches first Starlink phone service
1 year, 2 months ago

SpaceX launches first Starlink phone service

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy SpaceX has launched the first satellites for its Starlink phone service that will …

Elon Musk’s Starlink launches first-ever Direct-To-Cell satellite, will increase connectivity in remote areas
1 year, 2 months ago

Elon Musk’s Starlink launches first-ever Direct-To-Cell satellite, will increase connectivity in remote areas

Firstpost  

With Direct-To-Cell connectivity, Elon Musk hopes to reduce the area where there is little or no coverage to a minimum, by allowing users to directly connect their cell phones to mobile networks without the need for a Starlink terminal SpaceX has successfully launched 21 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from the Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force …

Elon Musk's Starlink takes a leap forward with ‘Direct-to-Cell’ Satellite connectivity: How it works for users
1 year, 2 months ago

Elon Musk's Starlink takes a leap forward with ‘Direct-to-Cell’ Satellite connectivity: How it works for users

Live Mint  

SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, has initiated a new project in 2024 with the launch of the initial set of Starlink internet satellites aboard the Falcon 9 spacecraft. During the launch, a total of 21 Starlink satellites were sent into low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Notably, the mission incorporated the …

iPhone users may soon get satellite-powered voice calls, internet feature: Report
1 year, 8 months ago

iPhone users may soon get satellite-powered voice calls, internet feature: Report

Hindustan Times  

After introducing the emergency SOS via satellite feature in the iPhone 14 series, Apple will now extend the service to calls and internet, too, LiveMint reported citing PCMag. The SOS feature allows users to send texts to emergency services without the need of cellular reception of WiFi. The report further added that AT&T and AST SpaceMobile are in the process …

Apple launches an SOS satellite feature to let users send for help when they're out of signal, but with some limitations
1 year, 10 months ago

Apple launches an SOS satellite feature to let users send for help when they're out of signal, but with some limitations

ABC  

With estimates that as many as 80 per cent of all triple-0 calls are made from mobile phones, it's important to be across how you can call for help when you run into trouble. Apple has launched a new emergency SOS feature for iPhone users who are out of mobile phone reception, which will use satellite technology to send for …

Apple’s iPhone 14 satellite emergency SOS is live. You’ll hopefully never use it
2 years, 4 months ago

Apple’s iPhone 14 satellite emergency SOS is live. You’ll hopefully never use it

Live Mint  

Starting Tuesday, Apple will begin rolling out its Emergency SOS via Satellite service. All four of the iPhone 14 models, if outside of a cellular range, will now be able to send messages to emergency services via a satellite connection. A green SOS message button in the bottom right said “Emergency Text via Satellite," and a message on top of …

Starlink had talks with Apple over satellite messaging feature, says Elon Musk
2 years, 6 months ago

Starlink had talks with Apple over satellite messaging feature, says Elon Musk

The Hindu  

Tesla CEO and billionaire Elon Musk said on Thursday that SpaceX had promising talks with Apple Inc. about using Starlink's satellite services for the iPhone 14's emergency messaging feature, a day after the tech giant picked Globalstar for the task. Globalstar would build the satellites needed for the new feature that will allow iPhone 14 users in the United States …

Elon Musk and T-Mobile say 5G phones could connect to satellites next year
2 years, 6 months ago

Elon Musk and T-Mobile say 5G phones could connect to satellites next year

The Independent  

Elon Musk and US wireless carrier T-Mobile have said SpaceX’s Starlink satellites will begin providing internet services to mobile users in parts of the country starting next year. The Tesla titan said on Thursday that users’ mobiles will directly connect to Starlink satellites in orbit and offer connectivity services to areas where cell coverage currently does not exist. “Starlink V2, …

SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellites
2 years, 6 months ago

SpaceX, T-Mobile try to connect remote areas with satellites

Associated Press  

Elon Musk’s SpaceX and T-Mobile are teaming up in an attempt to connect mobile devices through a network of satellites, providing coverage to even the most isolated places. Under the plan, T-Mobile’s wireless network would be routed through SpaceX Starlink satellites that are in low Earth orbit. The companies are looking to provide text coverage, including SMS, MMS and participating …

SpaceX, T-Mobile attempt to reach remote areas through
2 years, 6 months ago

SpaceX, T-Mobile attempt to reach remote areas through

The Independent  

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX, T-Mobile will connect satellites to cellphones
2 years, 6 months ago

Elon Musk’s SpaceX, T-Mobile will connect satellites to cellphones

Live Mint  

U.S. wireless carrier T-Mobile US Inc and Elon Musk-owned Space X have outlined plans to connect users' mobile phones directly to satellites in orbit. The companies on Thursday announced that T-Mobile will now use the Starlink satellites of Space X to provide network access to mobile users in parts of the United States, according to news agency Reuters. SpaceX's next-generation …

T-Mobile becomes FIRST carrier to team up with Elon Musk's SpaceX
2 years, 6 months ago

T-Mobile becomes FIRST carrier to team up with Elon Musk's SpaceX

Daily Mail  

T-Mobile is set to provide its US customers with a service that is out of this world next year when it becomes the firs carrier to use SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet, which will put an end to dead zones. T-Mobile CEO Mike Sieveret, who co-hosted the event with Musk at Starbase in Texas, said a piece of T-Mobile’s mid-band 5G …

iPhone 13 may let users make calls and send messages thanks to satellite connectivity
3 years, 6 months ago

iPhone 13 may let users make calls and send messages thanks to satellite connectivity

Daily Mail  

Apple's newest iPhone will offer technology that lets it connect to satellites, allowing users to make calls and send messages when they're out of range from a 4G or 5G network, according to a new analyst report. Apple's newest iPhone will offer technology that lets it connect to satellites, according to a new analyst report Qualcomm is said to be …

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