ALBAWABA - In a move aimed at enhancing user safety, Apple has prolonged the free usage period of the satellite-based emergency assistance feature for iPhone 14 owners. This groundbreaking function, allowing users to send emergency messages through satellites in areas with poor network coverage, will be accessible at no cost for an additional two years.
With the release of iPhone 14 models, Apple activated the satellite-based emergency aid feature, enabling users to seek help by transmitting messages via satellite when traditional cellular networks are unavailable. Recognizing the critical nature of this feature, Apple has announced a two-year complimentary access period for purchasers of iPhone 14 and 15 devices.
Emphasizing its dedication to user safety, Apple has decided to grant a two-year free access period to users of iPhone 14 and 15 devices, allowing them to utilize this innovative emergency communication service without incurring additional charges during this duration.
While disclosing the extension of the free access period, Apple has chosen not to reveal the pricing structure for continued usage beyond the complimentary period. Users are left awaiting further details regarding any potential charges associated with the sustained use of this satellite-based emergency assistance feature.
Kaiann Drance, Vice President overseeing worldwide iPhone product marketing at Apple, shared compelling stories of users connecting with emergency response teams in various scenarios worldwide. From car rescues in Los Angeles to aiding lost hikers in the Apennine Mountains of Italy, these stories underscore the global significance of this feature, reflecting Apple's commitment to providing users with a reliable means of reaching emergency services.
Expressing excitement about the extension of the complimentary service, Kaiann Drance stated, "We continue to hear stories of our customers connecting with emergency response teams in ways they otherwise wouldn't. We are thrilled that iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users can benefit from this groundbreaking service for an additional two years at no cost.
