苹果为未来iPhone准备主要卫星升级。 Apple Prepares Major Satellite Upgrades for Future iPhones.

苹果公司正在扩大其对即将到来的iPhones的卫星能力,除紧急求救系统外增加了五个新的功能。 Apple is expanding its satellite capabilities for upcoming iPhones, adding five new features beyond Emergency SOS. 用户可以离线浏览苹果地图,在室内访问卫星,并受益于5G非地球网络,以扩大覆盖面。 Users could navigate Apple Maps offline, access satellites indoors, and benefit from 5G non-terrestrial networks for wider coverage. 新的API将允许第三方应用软件进入卫星功能,同时可能不再需要将电话停在天上。 A new API will let third-party apps tap into satellite functions, while the need to hold phones skyward may be eliminated. 苹果可能与SpaceX合作,但将继续使用Globalstar的网络。 Apple may partner with SpaceX but will continue using Globalstar’s network. 核心应急功能仍然是免费的,尽管某些保费服务可能需要支付承运人的订阅费。 Core emergency features remain free, though some premium services may require paid carrier subscriptions. 推出取决于基础设施的升级,iPhone 18系列预计将支持新的功能。 Rollout depends on infrastructure upgrades, with the iPhone 18 series expected to support the new features.