Recently, Bloomberg reported that Apple will be equipped with satellite connection functions on the iPhone 14 and the next-generation Apple Watch in the future, which will allow users to use the iPhone or smart watch to send emergency text messages and SOS response functions without the operator's network connection.
LEO Satellite Communication Technology (Source Network)
As early as last year, before Apple released the iPhone 13, there was news that Apple would launch LEO low-orbit satellite communication or satellite connection features on new iPhones. This function will enable the iPhone to send a short message to emergency contacts through the satellite network without going through the operator, so that even if the user is in a place without operator signal coverage, it can also be emergency called for help through satellite communication, which effectively improves the ability of Apple users to call for help in the wild, and even plays a role in saving lives at critical moments.
iPhone14 renderings (source Weibo)
Unfortunately, this feature was not finally equipped on the iPhone 13, but according to Bloomberg news, Apple may launch this fall on the iPhone 14 with this feature, and in addition to the iPhone, considering that some users may use the Apple Watch for calls, Apple also plans to provide this important feature on the newly launched Apple Watch.
However, Bloomberg reminded at the end that the introduction of this feature may vary depending on the regulations in different regions, which also means that this feature may not be enabled in every region of the world.