Apple Expands Satellite Texting to iPhone 13 Series with iOS 18.5 Update

Apple Expands Satellite Texting to iPhone 13 Series with iOS 18.5 Update

Apple's latest iOS 18.5 update introduces satellite texting capabilities to the iPhone 13 lineup, including the Mini, Pro, and Pro Max models. This feature, previously exclusive to iPhone 14 and newer devices, allows users to send texts without a cellular signal by connecting to satellites. However, the Emergency SOS via Satellite remains unavailable for iPhone 13 users. The functionality currently depends on carrier support, with T-Mobile in the U.S. being the only provider offering this service. The update also includes various enhancements such as a new wallpaper, parental notifications for Screen Time passcodes, a "Buy with iPhone" feature for the Apple TV app, and crucial security fixes. Users are encouraged to update their devices to benefit from these new features and improvements.

Source: The Sun