At its annual hardware event, Apple just unveiled its latest innovation. It took the covers off the iPhone 18 Pro series, iPhone Duo, and new wearables. While detailing everything new these products offer, the company also sneaked in a little something for previous-gen iPhone users. Apple has extended the free satellite access for an additional year for existing iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 users.
Apple extends free satellite access for iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 users
Like before, the extension applies to devices activated in a country that supports Apple’s satellite features. They need to activate before midnight on September 9. The announcement comes from the iPhone 18 Pro series’ press release. If you aren’t keeping track, this is the third time Apple has extended free satellite access for the iPhone 14.
Originally, the satellite trial was supposed to end two years after the phone launched in November 2022, but Apple extended it in 2025 and again this year. iPhone 15 users, whose trial was set to expire this year, have also received an extension. Meanwhile, iPhone 16 users are now getting the same free access extension for the first time.
The features use Apple’s satellite partner Globalstar
Apple’s satellite features include Emergency SOS, Messages via satellite, Find My via satellite, and Roadside Assistance via satellite. However, the availability varies by country. The features use Apple’s satellite partner Globalstar. They allow users to contact emergency services, share their location, or send messages when they don’t have a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
While that’s good, Apple hasn’t said whether it’ll charge for these features after the free access ends. For now, iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 users who activated their device before the cutoff period can continue using the features for free. At least for another year. So enjoy the access until it lasts because it’s not clear when Apple will start charging.
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