I can imagine the marketing now... Will you be ready for when the big one hits? Scientists say it's only a matter of time. Don't count on cellular networks to hold up to the onslaught of panicked people all trying to livestream, call and text at the same time. In a world where natural disasters are more and more becoming the norm. Can you really afford not to be prepared? It's a small price to pay for peace of mind. Just in case... Shoot. I think I may have just talked myself into getting one depending on what other goodies the phone may have. I live like less than four miles from the San Andreas fault.
Cristóbal -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Sieghard Weitzel Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2022 4:21 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: Gurman: Next Apple Watch Pro could feature long-rumored satellite functions, 9 to 5 Mac Let's just keep in mind that even if the iPhone 14 may include the capability to send out an emergency SOS via satellite , that first of all this may be reserved to the Pro models as are so many of the cutting-edge features. Secondly, the feature will most certainly require an additional subscription because while they mention this may give devices like the Garmin Inreach a run for their money, a Garmin Inreach (the cheapest costs $529.99 Canadian ($399.99 US) requires a monthly subscription which then allows the user to send simple text messages via satellite as well as to send out an emergency SOS which goes to the International Emergency Rescue Coordination Center. From there a local search and rescue group is deployed if necessary. There are less expensive devices like the Zoleo Satellite Communicator which costs $269.99 here in Canada, I assume maybe $199.99 in the US, but still the subscription plans are all similar starting around $15 US or so a month ($19.99 Canadian) for a basic plan where every message you sent costs money all the way up to $49.99 or so ($70 Canadian) which gives you unlimited messages. Both with the Inreach Mini or the Zoleo you are better off using your smart phone to compose the messages, both can pair to your phone via Bluetooth so you can type on the phone and just sent via the device. The Zoleo in fact only has two buttons on the device itself, one sends a preprogrammed "I'm OK" message and the other sends the emergency SOS which will activate search and rescue to the location where the device is located. Garmin has much more expensive devices such as the Montana 700I which is a full-fletched GPS with touch screen which also includes Inreach functionality and since it has a touch screen you can text directly from the device with an on-screen keyboard like on the iPhone, but this guy is $$979.99 Canadian, probably about $749.99 or so US. Both Inreach and Zoleo by the way use the Iridium satellite network, another one is Globalstar, it is used by the "Spot" family of devices which include an asset tracker (a little device you can attach to a car, snowmobile, side by side or other vehicle and which tracks its location) as well as similar 2-way satellite messenger devices to the Inreach and Zoleo. In fact, the Spot X is like a little Blackberry with an actual small physical keyboard on it, but it's not nearly as popular at least here in northern BC because the further north one goes in Canada (or Alaska) the worse is Globalstar which has their satellites all over the equator. Nonetheless I think it would be great if ultimately the iPhone and also Android phones could communicate via satellite and then customers who needed this functionality could simply subscribe to whatever plan Apple chooses to offer. Whether this will replace dedicated devices, however, is also questionable because devices like the Inreach Mini or Zoleo work for days or weeks on a single charge and we all know how long the iPhone battery lasts and if somebody is out on a 10 day hike or hunt one would have to carry an awful lot of external batteries and/or solar charges to make sure you don't run out of juice. Still it would be a great option for people who go out for a day or who often drive in remote areas without cell connection where they can easily charge their iPhone in a vehicle. Best regards, Sieghard -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of M. Taylor Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2022 3:23 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Cc: vipho...@googlegroups.com Subject: Gurman: Next Apple Watch Pro could feature long-rumored satellite functions, 9 to 5 Mac 9to5Mac - Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 7:36 AM Gurman: Next Apple Watch Pro could feature long-rumored satellite functions For over a year, it's been rumored that Apple is working on the ability to bring satellite features to the iPhone. First suggested for the iPhone 13 series, this function may now be available with the upcoming iPhone 14. While this function could help iPhone users report emergencies in areas without cellular service, it's now been discussed by Apple, bringing this functionality to a new generation of the rumored Apple Watch Pro. The information comes from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman in his Power On newsletter. According to the journalist, a new generation of the not-announced rugged Apple Watch Pro could have satellite features. The company has also internally discussed the idea of giving its watches satellite features, which could make sense for a future version of the new more rugged Apple Watch Pro. In today's newsletter, Gurman discusses how big of a deal adding satellite connectivity to the iPhone could be. That's a step up from the current iPhone and Apple Watch feature for quickly calling emergency services and providing them with your location. The features also will give stand-alone satellite-based devices, such as the Garmin inReach, a run for their money. (.) The prospect of having an iPhone that can reach first responders without a cellular connection is only the beginning of what Apple is planning. Ultimately, users could have global internet access and be able to make regular phone calls over satellite links. The combination of speedy 5G networks and satellite service could one day turn the iPhone into the most powerful global communications device available. While this feature is not expected for the first generation of the rumored Apple Watch Pro, there are a few features expected for this Watch, as you can read more below. What to expect from the Apple Watch Pro? On September 7, Apple will announce the iPhone 14 alongside the Apple Watch Series 8. A new Apple Watch SE and this rugged Apple Watch Pro are also rumored to be announced at the "Far Out" keynote. According to reporting from Mark Gurman, the Apple Watch Pro will visually differentiate itself from the Apple Watch Series 8 with a new design, although rumors diverge on whether it will have or not flat edges. Gurman talks about an "evolution of the current rectangular shape." One of the key changes to the Apple Watch Pro will be the materials from which it's made. Currently, the Apple Watch is available in aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium. The Apple Watch Pro will reportedly feature a "more durable formulation of titanium" as part of Apple's efforts to make it as rugged as possible. Alongside that larger design, the Watch is also reportedly set to feature improved battery life. Longer battery life is going to be a key factor for the "extreme sports" buyers of this Apple Watch, and that is seemingly something Apple is aware of. Much like the Apple Watch Series 8, this new Apple Watch Pro is expected to add support for body temperature measurements. The Apple Watch won't be able to give you an exact measurement of your body temperature, but rather it would send you an alert when it detected that your temperature is elevated. Then, you could take your temperature using a traditional thermometer. Are you excited about this new watch and its satellite features? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. 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