iPhone to support Starlink satellite communications network
It has been revealed that Apple is inviting some beta testers to join the 'T-Mobile Starlink' beta program, which allows users to connect to the satellite communication service 'Starlink' with the iOS 18.3 update.
Apple, SpaceX Link Up to Support Starlink Satellite Network on iPhones - Bloomberg
iPhones on T-Mobile can access Starlink satellite communications – Computerworld
Apple enables support for T-Mobile and Starlink satellite network on the iPhone
https://www.engadget.com/mobile/apple-enables-support-for-t-mobile-and-starlink-satellite-network-on-the-iphone-130022775.html
iPhone 14 and later models have the ability to use the Globalstar satellite network to make emergency calls and share your location, even in areas where there is no access to base stations or Wi-Fi.
Connect to satellite communication with your iPhone - Apple Support (UK)
https://support.apple.com/ja-jp/105097
In iOS 18.3, which was delivered on January 28, 2025, some T-mobile users are being invited to join the 'T-Mobile Starlink' beta program, which allows them to connect to Starlink. T-mobile partnered with Starlink in 2022 and started the 'T-Mobile Starlink' beta program in December 2024.
T-Mobile Opens Registration for Direct-to-Cell Satellite Service Beta Test with Starlink - T-Mobile Newsroom
https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-starlink-direct-to-cell-beta-registration
Only users living in the United States can join the T-Mobile Starlink beta program on their iPhones. When you enable T-Mobile Starlink, it will replace the existing GlobalStar satellite communications.
As with GlobalStar satellite communications, the available services are limited to emergency calls, location sharing, and text messaging; video streaming is not possible, but there are plans to expand this to include voice and data communications in the future.
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