iPhone 18 Pro may gain satellite 5G connectivity

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The iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to feature 5G satellite connectivity, potentially eliminating cellular dead zones. This upgrade would allow iPhones to connect to low-Earth orbit satellites for internet access, unlike current emergency-only satellite features. The new capability is expected to be powered by Apple's in-house C2 modem, supporting the NR-NTN standard.


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