I had a message on my phone to test the emergency satellite communication. I went outside and started the test. I got as far as it asked for my location However, after 20 minutes in the sun, I found that it wouldn’t even send or receive my location information. During the 20 minutes the test had me turn circles several times to track the satellite. What seems to be the problem with the system? Glad this wasn’t an emergency!
iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 16
Hello Testing-Emergency-satellite-co,
This article explains how to Use Emergency SOS via satellite on your iPhone 14.
Be ready in case of an emergency
If you're going somewhere that might be outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage, here are some ways to be prepared.
Try the Emergency SOS via satellite demo
To learn how Emergency SOS via satellite works, try the demo. You need to be outside, on relatively open terrain, with a clear view of the sky. Trees with light foliage might slow down the connection and dense foliage might block it. Hills or mountains, canyons, and tall structures can also block the connection.
If you don't have Location Services turned on for Satellite Connection, you're prompted to turn them on before you start the demo.
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Emergency SOS.
3. Under Emergency SOS via satellite, tap Try Demo, then follow the onscreen instructions.
To use the demo, you need to be in a country or region where Emergency SOS via satellite is available. The demo does not call emergency services.
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Testing satellite connection
