Apple introduced the new iPhone 14 series. Although the new models generally have expected innovations such as camera and performance improvements, they also contain some exciting features. Perhaps the most striking of these features was the satellite connection system for emergencies.
Apple will provide satellite connectivity for emergencies
With the new system introduced by the technology giant, it allows calling for help in an emergency without the need for cellular data. Stating that there is little or no signal, especially in some regions, although the coverage area is improving day by day, the company states that with the satellite connection to be established by iPhone models, help can be called from almost anywhere in the world.
Apple underlines that the new satellite link system is for emergency use only. In other words, the iPhone 14 has not yet turned into a satellite phone. With the new models, a traditional cell connection is still needed to be able to make calls or send messages.
It should be noted that this system, which is active when you do not have access to any cellular data from any operator, is quite slow. Apple states that under ideal conditions, the transmission of the emergency signal takes 15 seconds. However, if we add some clouds and a few trees between you and the satellite, the time to reach this signal will exceed 1 minute.
Apple states that for this system to work, it must be in the open area. Apple explains that hills, mountains, canyons, and tall structures can also interfere with uplinking. However, it is really important to be able to reach the satellite connection when you are in a difficult situation in an open area.
So what will be the price of this service? During the promotion, Apple hinted that the satellite connection is not completely free. However, the company states that users will not pay any fees within two years after receiving their iPhone 14. There is no clear explanation for what happened next.
What will be the cost of the satellite connection?
It is a matter of curiosity what kind of pricing the company will make at the end of two years. For example, companies like Garmin and inReach charge a monthly subscription fee of $15 for their satellite connected devices. Apple may also charge a similar subscription fee after the past 2 years.
Apple has plenty of time to think about the pricing policy it will implement in satellite service over the next two years. So what do you think about the satellite connection that Apple offers on iPhone models? You can share your views with us in the comments section.
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