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Apple extends free iPhone satellite access for another year
BusinessApple iPhone 18 Pro press release
Apple is extending free access to its satellite features for existing iPhone users for another year.
The company initially offered Emergency SOS via satellite and the ability to share location through Find My via satellite with the iPhone 14 lineup, with free access for two years.
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Key Takeaways
- Existing iPhone users will continue to have free access to satellite features
- The extension was announced in a footnote to the iPhone 18 Pro press release
- The initial free access period was two years, starting with the iPhone 14 lineup
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- Existing iPhone users will continue to have free access to satellite features for another year
Why It Matters
The extension of free satellite access may enhance user safety and convenience
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