While rumors of satellite communication functionality for the iPhone have surfaced, the current word of mouth has it that the Apple Watch could receive this function as well. The feature could allow an Apple Watch user to call for help in emergencies, even when outside regular cellular coverage. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the feature […]
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Apple may be further differentiating the standard iPhone from the iPhone 14 Pro models via different chipsets and Wide cameras, according to the mighty Mark Gurman. According to Bloomberg, Gurman cited a range of rumors about the iPhone 14 lineup and affirmed that Apple is still working on satellite connectivity features. Gurman also outlined how […]
Verizon on Monday announced that it will begin launching its 5G Ultra Wideband network to additional U.S. cities this year. The wireless carrier has reached an agreement with satellite providers to gain early access to the C-band spectrum. The carrier purchased the spectrum through an FCC auction in 2021. While it was originally planned for […]
Apple’s next-gen iPhone might be able to forego having to be connected to either a 4G or 5G network, and could feature low earth orbit (LEO) satellite communication technology to make calls and send messages, according to noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a recent note to investors, Kuo explained that the iPhone 13 lineup will […]