In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which claimed more than 100 lives and caused widespread devastation, the satellite messaging feature of Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iOS 18 has proven to be a crucial lifeline for survivors.
What Happened: As Hurricane Helene left thousands without power and cell service, Apple’s satellite messaging feature became instrumental in aiding survivors.
Introduced via the iOS 18 update, the Messages via Satellite feature for iPhone 14 and later models allows users to stay connected even when they’re off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage.
Users on social media have praised the utility of this feature during the crisis.
One user stated that the satellite messaging feature was “literally saving lives.” Another person highlighted how the feature allowed him to contact his son amid the communication blackout.
Many users urged others to update to iOS 18 to gain access to this potentially lifesaving feature.
Full story available on Benzinga.com
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which claimed more than 100 lives and caused widespread devastation, the satellite messaging feature of Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iOS 18 has proven to be a crucial lifeline for survivors.
What Happened: As Hurricane Helene left thousands without power and cell service, Apple’s satellite messaging feature became instrumental in aiding survivors.
Introduced via the iOS 18 update, the Messages via Satellite feature for iPhone 14 and later models allows users to stay connected even when they’re off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage.
Users on social media have praised the utility of this feature during the crisis.
One user stated that the satellite messaging feature was “literally saving lives.” Another person highlighted how the feature allowed him to contact his son amid the communication blackout.
Many users urged others to update to iOS 18 to gain access to this potentially lifesaving feature.
Full story available on Benzinga.com
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which claimed more than 100 lives and caused widespread devastation, the satellite messaging feature of Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iOS 18 has proven to be a crucial lifeline for survivors.
What Happened: As Hurricane Helene left thousands without power and cell service, Apple’s satellite messaging feature became instrumental in aiding survivors.
Introduced via the iOS 18 update, the Messages via Satellite feature for iPhone 14 and later models allows users to stay connected even when they’re off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage.
Users on social media have praised the utility of this feature during the crisis.
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One user stated that the satellite messaging feature was “literally saving lives.” Another person highlighted how the feature allowed him to contact his son amid the communication blackout.
Many users urged others to update to iOS 18 to gain access to this potentially lifesaving feature.
This new iOS 18 feature came in handy yesterday. I was able to contact my son. Unfortunately no one else in the family had the latest iOS installed so he was the only person who received my messages and later …Full story available on Benzinga.com Read MoreAAPL, AAPL, Appleverse, benzinga neuro, Consumer Tech, Hurricane Helene, iOS 18, Messages via Satellite, News, Software & Apps, Stories That Matter, Tech Hacks, Tech, AAPL, US0378331005, News, Tech, Benzinga News
