iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to offer big improvements to satellite connectivity, potentially turning a niche feature for emergency situations into a daily asset for users.

C2 chip in iPhone 18 Pro could bring 5G satellite support with seamless, automatic connections

Satellite connectivity has been part of the iPhone since 2022, when the iPhone 14 launched.

Apple has improved and expanded its satellite features over time, including with Messages via satellite in 2024.

But rumors indicate some bigger upgrades could be coming to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra.