Satellite connectivity through Globalstar gives iPhone owners a way to reach emergency services or text family and friends in cellular dead zones.
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Apple’s satellite connectivity for the iPhone will remain free, at least for another year.
Free satellite connectivity was supposed to start expiring in the coming weeks for both the iPhone 14 and 15 models, suggesting Apple could start charging for the feature.
But during Tuesday’s iPhone 17 event, Apple said it’s «extending free access to satellite features for an additional year for existing iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users.who have activated their device in a country that supports Apple’s satellite features prior to 12 a.m. PT on September 9, 2025.»
Satellite connectivity arrived in November 2022, starting with the iPhone 14.
