iPhone, Starlink and Apple

Apple’s New ‘Game Changer’ iPhone Update Brings Starlink Satellite Access
Apple has been “secretly working” with SpaceX and the result is that the latest iOS software update means iPhones can access Starlink.
Apple iPhone to support Starlink direct-to-cell coverage in US
Bloomberg News first reported on Tuesday that Apple, SpaceX and T-Mobile had been secretively working to add support for the network.
Starlink Satellite Connectivity Comes to the iPhone in iOS 18.3
In 2022, Apple became the first mainstream smartphone maker to add satellite connectivity to its mobile devices, debuting a new Emergency SOS via Satellite feature in the iPhone 14 lineup. Now, it’s taking its satellite features in a new — and arguably more useful — direction with support for the SpaceX Starlink network.
Apple and SpaceX just added Starlink connectivity for select iPhone users
However, the Bloomberg report states that a select number of iPhone users have been able to enable the Starlink beta through T-Mobile. While we don't know which models will be compatible as of yet, T-Mobile told Bloomberg that the full release will support the vast majority of iPhones.
Apple might be secretly testing Starlink satellite connectivity for select iPhone users
The website claims that Apple is in secret talks with SpaceX and T-Mobile US to add support for Starlink’s satellite network. In fact, the latest iOS 18.3 update, which was released on January 27, apparently contains “under-the-radar” support for Starlink, Bloomberg says.
iOS 18.3 Adds Starlink Support to T-Mobile iPhones
As of iOS 18.3, T-Mobile subscribers with a compatible iPhone and Starlink beta access are able to connect to Starlink satellites, reports
Apple secretly joins the Starlink satellite internet connectivity party with its iPhone
Elon Musk confirms Apple quietly adds Starlink to iPhones in iOS 18.3: medium res images, music, audio podcasts should work fine, next-gen will be faster.
Apple Rumored to Expand Satellite Connectivity on iPhones With SpaceX's Starlink
Apple did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but SpaceX CEO Elon Musk seemingly confirmed the partnership on X, writing: "Medium-resolution images, music, and audio podcasts should work with the current generation Starlink direct-to-phone constellation. The next-generation constellation will support medium-resolution video."
Apple Enables Starlink Connectivity on iPhones with iOS 18.3 Update
Apple has added support to iPhones for using the Starlink satellite network through the latest iOS 18.3. This feature has been tested in collaboration with Elon Musk’s SpaceX and US telecom giant T-Mobile through Apple’s T-Mobile Starlink beta program,
Apple joins forces with SpaceX for iOS 18.3, introducing Starlink to iPhones
In an unexpected collaboration, Apple has partnered with Elon Musk’s SpaceX and T-Mobile US to integrate support for the Starlink satellite network into its latest iPhone operating system. This development introduces a new alternative to Apple’s existing satellite communication service,
T-Mobile Is Expanding Its Starlink Beta to iPhones and Pixels
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Starlink connectivity is coming to iPhone via T-Mobile
T-Mobile partnered with SpaceX last year and launched a beta program for Starlink connectivity last December. However, the ...
Starlink support confirmed for Google Pixel 9 series — as long as you're on T-Mobile
Pixel 9 owners on T-Mobile can now register for a chance to get Starlink satellite messaging — here's what you need to know.