Apple iOS 16.1 to include ‘Emergency SOS via Satellite’ demo feature in iPhone 14

New Delhi: The Cupertino giant, Apple has released iOS 16.1 beta 3 to developers. With this feature, users will be able to see how emergency SOS via satellite is performing without having to travel to a remote area without Wi-Fi or cellular signal, 9to5Mac reports.

Apple is also gearing up to demo its Emergency SOS via the Satellite feature with the release of iOS 16.1 to iPhone 14 users.

The iOS 16.1 update will include a ‘Satellite Connection Demo’ so users can try a satellite connection without actually calling emergency services.

The satellite emergency SOS update is expected to be released to the public in October, and the satellite features will be available in November. However, the exact time frame for users is still unknown. updates.

The ‘Satellite Connection Demo’ can be accessed at any time through the Emergency SOS menu in the Settings app when it becomes available. Users need to ensure that they are outside with a clear view of the sky to establish a satellite connection.

iOS 16.1 update also available Clean Energy Charging Option, API works directlyearly support for Important protocol and option to delete Wallet App.

Emergency Satellite SOS combines custom components deeply integrated with software to allow the antenna to connect directly to the satellite, enabling messaging with emergency services when out of coverage area cellular or Wi-Fi.

According to Apple, Emergency Satellite SOS will be available to users in the US and Canada in November, and the service will be free for two years.

(With IANS input)