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iPhone 14 Can Make Emergency Calls Even Without Active Cellular Plan

AhmedBy Updated:2 Mins Read

If you recently bought an iPhone 14 and noticed an SOS icon in the status bar, you may have been alarmed. This is because the icon has never appeared on any iPhone before. However, it turns out that the SOS indicator simply means that the phone is not connected to a cellular network, but is still able to make emergency calls.

The icon appears in the area where the carrier name usually goes. This means that even if you don’t have an active cellular plan, iPhones in the US can still use nearby cell towers to initiate emergency 911 calls. This is made possible by regulations from the Federal Communications Commission, which requires cellular carriers to transmit all 911 calls to an emergency call center regardless of the phone’s carrier status. This means that the capability is not only available to all iPhone and Android models, but to all phones in the US, regardless of the platform.

So, if you’re experiencing an emergency and your phone is displaying a “No Service” status, remember that it can still complete a 911 call if you’re near a cell tower. However, if you’re paying for cell service and still see the SOS icon, there may be an issue with your iPhone connecting to the network. This could be due to incomplete activation, errors with the cellular provider recognizing your iPhone, or simply being outside of the coverage area.

To further enhance emergency services, Apple has introduced emergency SOS via satellite for iPhone 14 users. This feature allows users to locate and connect to a satellite and transmit a message to emergency dispatchers while hiking or traveling without cellular coverage. By pointing their device to the sky, iPhone 14 users have a lifeline in emergency situations even when they are outside of cellular coverage.

So, while seeing the SOS icon may be concerning, it simply serves as a reminder that you still have access to emergency services even if you don’t have a cellular connection.

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Ahmed
Ahmed is an experienced news editor at Player.me magazine, where he has been bringing the latest and most interesting tech news to readers for the past five years. He has delved into the inner workings of some of the biggest names in the tech industry, including Apple and Google, and has also honed his skills as a reporter and editor at other publications. With his extensive knowledge and passion for all things tech, Ahmed is sure to keep you informed and engaged.
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Ahmed is an experienced news editor at Player.me magazine, where he has been bringing the latest and most interesting tech news to readers for the past five years. He has delved into the inner workings of some of the biggest names in the tech industry, including Apple and Google, and has also honed his skills as a reporter and editor at other publications. With his extensive knowledge and passion for all things tech, Ahmed is sure to keep you informed and engaged.

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