Apple and SpaceX have together quietly made a sudden leap in global mobile communication by integrating Apple iPhones with Starlink satellite connectivity. The most recent update of iOS comes with built-in support for Starlink, where users can stay connected even in the farthest corner of the earth without traditional network coverage.
This under-the-radar move is expected to enhance emergency SOS features and provide seamless connectivity in off-grid locations. Details remain scarce, but industry experts are speculating that the partnership might revolutionize mobile internet access by bridging connectivity gaps worldwide.
The latest move aligns Apple with SpaceX in satellite-based communication, following its partnership with Globalstar for emergency SOS messaging. The company is once again pushing its ambitions to go beyond the boundaries of conventional cellular networks with the iPhone.
As iPhone users look forward to hearing the official announcement, analysts project that support from Starlink would open up new avenues for mobile connectivity powered by satellites and act as a standard for future advancements in the telecommunications sector.
