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Emergency SOS via Satellite on iPhone: How It Works
By Muhammad Shahid · · 3 min read
Quick answer
Reach help where there is no cellular coverage at all. On iPhone 14 and later, when no cellular or Wi-Fi connection is available, iOS can relay a short emergency message over satellite. It guides you to point the iPhone at the sky and holds a text conversation with a relay centre.
Secret CodesDial codes, SIM & network test · Free on the App StoreDownload free →| What it does | Reach help where there is no cellular coverage at all. |
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| Published for | any iPhone |
| Type | iOS setting |
Reach help where there is no cellular coverage at all. This page explains what it does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What is Emergency SOS via Satellite?
On iPhone 14 and later, when no cellular or Wi-Fi connection is available, iOS can relay a short emergency message over satellite. It guides you to point the iPhone at the sky and holds a text conversation with a relay centre.
Apple provides a demo mode so you can practise the pointing process without contacting emergency services.
How do I do it?
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Emergency SOS.
- Scroll to Satellite and tap Try Demo.
- Follow the on-screen guidance to practise pointing at the sky.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | any iPhone |
|---|---|
| Type | iOS setting |
| Good to know | iPhone 14 and later, in supported countries. Requires a clear view of the sky. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Emergency SOS via Satellite on iPhone?
Reach help where there is no cellular coverage at all. On iPhone 14 and later, when no cellular or Wi-Fi connection is available, iOS can relay a short emergency message over satellite.
What else should I know about Emergency SOS via Satellite?
It guides you to point the iPhone at the sky and holds a text conversation with a relay centre. Apple provides a demo mode so you can practise the pointing process without contacting emergency services.
What are the steps for Emergency SOS via Satellite?
1. Open the Settings app. 2. Tap Emergency SOS. 3. Scroll to Satellite and tap Try Demo. 4. Follow the on-screen guidance to practise pointing at the sky.
Where do I find Emergency SOS via Satellite?
In the Settings app on your iPhone.
Is there a dial code for Emergency SOS via Satellite?
No. On iPhone this is not a dial code, so you use the steps on this page instead.
Which carriers does Emergency SOS via Satellite work on?
It is published for any iPhone. iPhone 14 and later, in supported countries. Requires a clear view of the sky.
Does Emergency SOS via Satellite work on Android phones too?
These steps are for iPhone. Android phones have their own menus.
Will Emergency SOS via Satellite work outside the US?
The iPhone steps stay the same, although some features depend on your carrier and region.
What if Emergency SOS via Satellite does not work on my iPhone?
Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.
What is related to Emergency SOS via Satellite?
Emergency SOS. How your iPhone reaches emergency services.
What else is in this category?
Announce Calls. Have Siri read out who is calling.
Can I find Emergency SOS via Satellite in an app?
Yes. Secret Codes, a free iPhone app, includes it with its steps and carrier details.
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