Apple invests $1.1 billion in satellite services provider Globalstar
Apple is collaborating extensively with satellite service provider GlobalStar to further advance the satellite-based Emergency SOS service it introduced with the iPhone 14 series.
Apple is collaborating extensively with satellite service provider GlobalStar to further advance the satellite-based Emergency SOS service it introduced with the iPhone 14 series.
Under this new agreement, Apple will invest $1.1 billion to expand Globalstar’s infrastructure and will own 20% of Globalstar’s shares with a capital agreement of $400 million. This strategic investment aims to provide the necessary capacity increases for Globalstar to process satellite messaging requests from iPhone users more quickly and effectively.
The Emergency SOS feature via satellite, announced with the launch of the iPhone 14 series in 2022, was initially offered as a two-year free service, and this period was later extended for another year, providing free access to iPhone 14 users until November 2025. Apple’s expansion investments for this critical service aim to make satellite messaging a more widespread and long-term service.
With the announcement of iOS 18, it was announced that two-way satellite messaging features for users outside cellular coverage will also be available for iPhone 14 and later devices. This feature is actively available on select operators in the US and Canada.
Although it is not yet clear, it is a matter of curiosity whether Apple will charge iPhone 14 series users for this satellite service after the free period ends. However, these strategic investments by Apple reveal its determination to make satellite-based connectivity and emergency communication services more comprehensive and reliable in the future. This investment aims to further strengthen Apple’s global reach and connections between its devices. technology As it progresses, it is expected to offer satellite-supported emergency services to a wider user base. These steps once again reveal the importance the company attaches to ecosystem integration and its commitment to user security.
Automobile
Tesla Releases Holiday Update
Tesla appeared with an exciting surprise before the new year! The 2024 Holiday Update is more than just a software update, it is like a gift package with the rich features it offers to vehicle owners.
Tesla appeared with an exciting surprise before the new year! The 2024 Holiday Update is more than just a software update, it is like a gift package with the rich features it offers to vehicle owners.
Tesla’s 2024 Holiday Update will both make current owners happy and attract potential buyers. Especially developments in security, user experience and personalization will enable Tesla to stand one step ahead of its competitors. However, the fact that Android users cannot benefit from Apple Watch integration can be considered a deficiency.
- Apple Watch Integration: Tesla took its integration with the Apple ecosystem one step further and moved the vehicle key to Apple Watch. In this way, users are relieved of the trouble of carrying their phones with them and can perform many operations through their watches. However, it is noteworthy that Android users have not yet made any progress on this issue.
- Security and Convenience: Saving Dashcam and Sentry Mode recordings directly to the phone has greatly streamlined the user experience. In addition, the notification feature in Sentry Mode is an important detail that increases vehicle security. The addition of a long-awaited feature such as Rear Cross Traffic Alert is also an indication of the safety-focused approach.
- Navigation and Journey: The weather layer added to the navigation system and the ability to search for points of interest will make journeys more enjoyable. Planning a trip by targeting the charge status will provide great convenience on long journeys.
- Autonomous Driving and Auxiliary Features: While the Automatic Gear feature added to the handleless Model 3 makes the driving experience even easier, the advanced energy consumption tracking already available in other models will help users use their vehicles more efficiently.
- Fun and Personalization: The addition of entertainment options like SiriusXM and TuneIn Radio will make long road trips more enjoyable. The customization options and games added specifically to Cybertruck show that the vehicle is not only a means of transportation but also an entertainment center.
This update is indicative of the company’s ambitious approach to software development. Companycontinues to offer the latest technologies to its users by constantly improving its tools. However, Tesla’s 2024 Holiday Update looks set to break new ground in the electric vehicle market. With this update, Tesla aims to appeal to both early users who follow technological innovations and a wider audience.
Social Media
Bluesky, Flooded with Users, is Preparing to Take New Security Measures
Social media platform that has been rising rapidly lately despite a slow start Bluesky now takes a more determined stance against imitation.
Social media platform that has been rising rapidly lately despite a slow start Bluesky now takes a more determined stance against imitation.
The company aims to increase the reliability of the platform by deciding to remove user accounts that want to hide their identities or pretend to be someone else. The move comes after research revealed that many of the most followed accounts on Bluesky have fake copies, demonstrating the platform’s commitment to user security.
Bluesky takes several important steps to ensure users verify their true identity. First, it’s not as easy for users to prove their identity as simply purchasing a checkmark as on some other platforms. You need to connect to your own website to verify your account, which is something most people don’t do. Additionally, Bluesky collaborates with famous people and companies to help verify their accounts. This strategy aims to prevent fake accounts and impersonation on the platform.
Verifying an account on Bluesky also brings some challenges for users. As one report noted, it can be confusing when someone verifies their account and their old username becomes available again. This causes Bluesky to create parody or fan accounts to prevent users from pretending to be someone else. Such accounts can be removed if their purpose is clearly stated, otherwise they may jeopardize the credibility of the platform.
These measures of the company do not ignore the need to hide the identities of users. Many users security or want to hide their true identities for personal reasons. However, tightening of authentication processes may challenge these users’ desire to remain anonymous. The platform is trying to find the balance between the need to stop counterfeiting and protecting user privacy. The company plans to develop new methods to achieve this balance, but it is not yet clear what these methods will be exactly.
Life
Police Stations Are Now Shown on Google Maps
Google Maps has terminated its application developed to show drivers the location of speed radars. There is now a “Police” option in the application. With this change, users will be able to share not only radar areas but also all police points.
Google Maps has terminated its application developed to show drivers the location of speed radars. There is now a “Police” option in the application. With this change, users will be able to share not only radar areas but also all police points.
The speed radars feature added to Google Maps in recent months is no longer available. Instead, users will be able to share the locations of all police units on the road. This update aims to improve drivers’ safety and provide more comprehensive information about the road condition.
Google Maps allowed users to share situations they encountered on the road, such as construction, accidents, and lane closures, with other drivers. In this context, the “Speed Trap” notification has been changed to “Police” with the latest update. Now drivers will be able to share not only their speed radars, but also the areas where all police units are located.
The new “Police” notification is available on all platforms, including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as the mobile app. In this way, drivers will be able to easily view police stations via their vehicles’ infotainment systems.
After Google acquired the navigation application Waze, it integrated Waze’s popular feature, speed radar warnings, into Google Maps. This integration allowed drivers to view speed radars more effectively. However, with this new update, Google further expands the user experience and offers the opportunity to share police points.
Displaying radar points on Google Maps is considered legal by many drivers. is not there became a matter of curiosity. Since there is no statement yet from official sources on the subject, there are currently no penalties or sanctions for using the application. However, it remains unclear whether such sharing will be subject to legal regulations in the future.
These changes are considered important steps taken to ensure that drivers act more consciously on the road. Google continues to constantly improve its application to improve users’ safety and provide more comprehensive information about road conditions. With future updates, it plans to share police hotspots as well as other important road condition information more effectively.
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