Messages via satellite provides lifeline to iPhone owners in Hurricane Helene fallout

Hurricane Helene has caused massive damage and taken over 100 lives across several US states. Many thousands of people are without power and/or cell service. But in the wake of the storm, reports have surfaced about a key iOS 18 feature that has been a lifeline for survivors: Messages via satellite.

Apple added Messages via satellite to millions of iPhones via its recent iOS 18 update. And now, according to reports on social media, it seems the feature arrived just in time.

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WaterMinder, Calory, and more updated for iOS 18 with Control Center widgets, app icons

Funn Media makes some of our (plus one of the most ). This year, Funn Media is rolling out updates to its full suite of apps to take advantage of iOS 18, including new Control Center widgets, support for new Home Screen features, and much more.

Here’s a rundown of what’s new with Funn Media’s apps this year:

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Epic sues Google and Samsung, again under the guise of fighting for ‘all developers’

Epic today against Google and Samsung, four years after first suing Google over its app store monopoly. This time around, as reported by our , Epic is focused on Samsung’s “Auto Blocker” feature that limits users to installing apps from “authorized sources.”

Sweeney, however, continues to falsely claim that Epic is fighting on behalf of “all developers,” not just Epic itself.

Samsung’s Auto Blocker feature is enabled by default on Samsung devices, and Epic’s lawsuit aims to have the


Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV+ in October

has a strong October lineup coming up. One of Apple’s most hyped new series, Disclaimer , is debuting full of mystery and intrigue. The beloved comedy , from Ted Lasso’s creator, gets its second season. Plus there are several other brand new series, a documentary film, and more. Here’s everything new that’s coming in October.

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MagSafe Monday: On-demand stand for your iPhone – Anker MagGo 610 review

if you occasionally need a stand for your iPhone but don’t want the bulk of a permanent attachment, this magnetic phone grip offers an on-demand solution that’s both convenient and stylish. This week, I am looking at the .

MagSafe Monday: Every Monday, Bradley Chambers looks at the latest and greatest in the MagSafe and wireless charging industry to help you get the most out of your Apple devices that support wireless charging.

At first glance, the Anker 610 MagGo might look its only useful

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9to5Mac Daily: September 30, 2024 – Apple and OpenAI, more

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac . 9to5Mac Daily is available , , , , or through our for Overcast and other podcast players.

and : Protect your brand new iPhone 16 in style with rugged cases.

New episodes of 9to5Mac Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they’re available.

Stories discussed in this episode:

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iPhone 16 Pro charges faster than ever, here’s how much

Apple’s iPhone 16 line packs a variety of improvements related to batteries and thermals. One change is the greatly improved charging speed both with USB-C wired charging and MagSafe. A details just how much better the charging speed is.

ChargerLAB of the latest iPhone’s charging capabilities.

Specifically, the tests used an iPhone 16 Pro Max and measured charging power across a massive list of first-party and third-party charging accessories.

The results?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max charged 20%


Deals: 16GB 15-inch MacBook Air $1,349, new 25W Apple MagSafe charger, Apple Watch Series 10 Cell new lows, more

Your Monday edition of the 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to go with deals on Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 2, M3 MacBook Air, and much more. First up, we have the most affordable with 16GB of RAM down at from the usual $1,499 price tag. That deals joins new all-time low pricing on as well as the first deals on , all-time low pricing on the , Apple Pencil (USB-C)

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How to use iPhone Emergency SOS via satellite

Apple’s Emergency SOS iPhone via satellite feature is available in 17 countries. Read on for how to test iPhone Emergency SOS messages via satellite to learn how it works and how to use it in a real emergency when there’s no cellular service or WiFi.

Apple first launched this safety feature for iPhone 14 users in the US and Canada on November 15, 2022. Now it works with iPhone 15 and 16 devices too. Here’s how the company describes it:

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Stolen Ferrari worth $575,000 was found by tracking the owner’s AirPods

Time and again, Apple’s Find My technology turns out responsible for tracking stolen goods. In the case of a recent Connecticut theft, a very expensive Ferrari was tracked down thanks to the millionaire owner accidentally leaving AirPods in the vehicle.

In Waterbury, Connecticut, the police department arrested a suspect in the theft of a very expensive vehicle.

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A 2023 Ferrari, valued at $575,000, was stolen from Greenwich on Sept. 16, according to police. WPD

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