You can now use T-Mobile’s Text to 911 satellite feature for free, even if you’re on another carrier. But you’ll need to sign up first.
T-Mobile now lets anyone use Text to 911 via satellite, including Verizon and AT&T customers.
Enabling the service is free, but you’ll need to sign up via T-Mobile’s enrollment page.
Text to 911 works on most recent phones with satellite connectivity, although some iPhones and Pixels have their own version.
If you spend time hiking, driving cross-country, or exploring anywhere off the grid, this one’s worth knowing about. T-Mobile now lets anyone text 911 via satellite, even if you’re on Verizon or AT&T. The important thing to know is that you’ll need to sign up first, as it’s free but not automatic.
