Prepare For Hurricane Milton With Apple’s iOS 18 Emergency Satellite Texting
Apple introduced its satellite texting feature as part of a suite of emergency communication tools available on newer iPhone models. Here's how to enable them.
How to send satellite texts on your iPhone if cell service is knocked out during Hurricane Milton
Owners of the iPhone 14 or later can use satellite messaging to stay in touch during Hurricane Milton. But make sure you've updated to iOS 18 first.
How to send messages via satellite on your iPhone or Pixel
Satellite messaging features on iPhones and Pixels can provide a lifeline in times of crisis. Here’s what you can do and how they could help you.
How to use your iPhone's satellite features in an emergency
Apple included a number of satellite-based features in its latest iPhone models to help users keep contact in an emergency. Here's what they are, and how to use them if you have no signal.
How to send text messages via satellite on your iPhone
Apple has stressed that satellite messaging shouldn't be used in emergencies and says people should text emergency services using Emergency SOS via satellite.
Here's how to send texts or summon help via satellite using an iPhone
A recent Apple software update has given iPhone users a way to stay in touch, even if extreme weather or natural disasters mean they can't rely on the cellular network.
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T-Mobile Will Keep Using SpaceX's Starlink for Emergency Service During Hurricane Milton
While the service was aimed at filling in dead zones that otherwise couldn't be covered by terrestrial networks, it's ...
Some phones can contact emergency services via satellite
Cellphones can save someone’s life by connecting them with emergency services and family. But what if you have no cell signal ...
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FCC Approves Emergency Cellular Starlink Service for Hurricane Helene Victims
Starlink's direct-to-cell satellite service for emergency alerts goes online in North Carolina as Florida braces for ...
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Video: Emergency messaging ‘literally saving lives’ amid major hurricanes
Apple phones equipped with iOS 18's satellite messaging are reportedly "saving lives" by allowing Hurricane Helene survivors ...
Here’s How to Send Texts on an iPhone Even if You Lose Cellular Service
All iPhone 14 and later models can connect via satellite, but your phone must be updated to the latest software, iOS 18.
No power or cell service? Life-saving satellite tech available on your iPhone, Android
In light of potential power outages and disrupted cell service, the ability to send a distress signal via satellite could be ...
Sending emergency alerts is complicated. How to stay informed ahead of the next big flood
Another concern for officials and experts making alerts is avoiding a false alarm. The National Weather Service waits until ...
Here is how you can still send messages on your phone if cell service goes out
To contact your emergency contacts, you can tap Satellite SOS, then Use Satellite SOS and then Start. You will then describe ...
Emergency Care Cost Disclosure Rules Vex California Justices
California’s top court struggled Wednesday with whether the state’s web of emergency service regulations offer enough price ...
Newer phones can use satellite signals to contact emergency services when cell towers are lacking
Cellphones can save someone’s life by connecting them with emergency services and family. But what if you have no cell signal ...
Palm Beach Police chief declares state of emergency for town ahead of Hurricane Milton
The move paves the way for any possible evacuations or roadblocks that may be necessary before, during or after the storm.
Emergency services at scene of explosion in Clackmannanshire
A house has been badly damaged by a blast in the town of Alloa on Sunday evening ...