In Canada, SpaceX partner, Rogers Communications, has also added support for the Apple Watch - with Cellular Starlink now available as a free beta to all Canadian users.
PC Mag suggests that T-Mobile, SpaceX's partner in the US, could bring the same capability stateside - where it already supports ground-based cellular plans for the Apple Watch, and provides T-Satellite service for over 70 phone models, including the iPhone 13 and iPhone Air.
The capability would also enable more Apple Watch owners to receive satellite connectivity whenever they travel through a cellular dead zone. In September, when Apple introduced its new smartwatch models, only the Apple Watch Ultra 3 featured built-in satellite connectivity for emergency response. The same model also features satellite-powered texting and location sharing, but only if you have an active carrier plan associated with the watch. -PC Mag
Meanwhile, Apple satellite partner Globalstar is considering selling itself to SpaceX, suggesting that the cellular Starlink system may be about to rapidly expand. The technology can support not only satellite-powered texting, but general data transmission to a growing number of Android and iOS apps - potentially even video calls.
Apple Watch Ultra 3, should you be interested. Commission Earned.
Gee, and I just bought a Google FitBit watch about three months ago. Not covered - for now.
ReplyDeleteI used to design stuff like satellite radio links. This is impressive. There ain't much room for a "dish" in that watch.
I tried to get it hooked up with my "takes a licking and keeps on ticking" Timex, but no success so far.
ReplyDeleteBut, but what about us android users?
ReplyDeleteSucking hind teat as usual.
DeleteThe Dick Tracy watch is here.
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