Apple and SpaceX secretly brought Starlink satellite support to iPhones
Apple is finally offering support for Starlink satellite service on iPhones, but only on T-Mobile, and access is still limited.
Apple iPhones now eligible for Starlink ‘Direct-to-Cell’
T-Mobile expands Starlink satellite service to iPhone users with iOS 18.3 update, enabling text messaging via satellite in remote areas.
T-Mobile iPhones can now use Starlink satellites for direct-to-cell messaging
For now, the T-Mobile direct-to-cell service via Starlink only provides basic messaging, but when more satellites are added, images and even audio streaming will be possible. Video streaming in the boondocks without carrier towers will only be possible with the next-gen Starlink cellular network constellation, though.
Apple iPhone to support Starlink direct-to-cell coverage in US
Bloomberg News first reported on Tuesday that Apple, SpaceX and T-Mobile had been secretively working to add support for the network.
Apple enables support for T-Mobile and Starlink satellite network on the iPhone
The latest update Apple rolled out for the iPhone allows T-Mobile customers — a select few, for now — to be able to send text messages even in locations where they have no coverage. iOS 18.3 adds support for SpaceX and T-Mobile's direct-to-cell satellite service,
iPhones on T-Mobile can access Starlink satellite communications
It will be made available over time to iPhone users on T-Mobile who apply to test the beta service. If enabled, iPhone users can use this instead of Apple’s existing Globalstar service. It is enabled using a new toggle in cellular data to enable satellite messaging.
Apple iPhones to support Starlink satellite connectivity in the US
Apple's iPhone devices can now test SpaceX's Starlink direct-to-cell capability, enabling satellite text communication. T-Mobile, in partnership with SpaceX, is conducting trials after FCC approval. Initially limited to Android,
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