iPhone could finally get satellite calling - but is it too late?

[Jan]

iPhone's satellite calling feature might finally launch — but could be too late

Apple has finished testing satellite connectivity on its upcoming iPhone 14 series, but launching the feature will depend on concluding deals with operators.

That is according to renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who previously predicted the iPhone 13 would feature satellite calling in August 2021.

 

[backstreetboy]

Playing catchup to Android.

 

[G.A.S]

I suspect this will be a very niche service and/or unaffordable for the average person.

 

[3WA]

I suspect this will be a very niche service and/or unaffordable for the average person.

You don’t need it until you break your leg on a mountain. But if you ever get to the point where you need it, then you need it bloody bad.

 

[G.A.S]

You don’t need it until you break your leg on a mountain. But if you ever get to the point where you need it, then you need it bloody bad.

True ... but I suspect at that time the average person won't have activated it, either, due to the points mentioned.