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New iPhone Features Exclusive, But Satellite Service Continues
10 Sep
Summary
- New Pro controls and Photographic Styles are exclusive to iPhone 18 Pro models.
- Older iPhone models will not receive the advanced camera features.
- Free satellite coverage for older iPhones has been extended for another year.
Apple has introduced new Pro controls and Photographic Styles for its latest iPhone 18 Pro and Duo models, providing enhanced capabilities for smartphone photography. These advanced features, which include granular adjustments for white balance, aperture, shutter speeds, and detailed photographic presets, are exclusively available on the newest devices. Owners of previous iPhone generations, such as the iPhone 17 series and earlier, will not be able to access these photographic innovations.
Despite the exclusivity of the new camera features, Apple has extended its complimentary satellite connectivity services for a full year. This includes critical functions like Emergency SOS via satellite, Messages via satellite, Find My via satellite, and Roadside Assistance via satellite. This extended coverage benefits users with devices from the iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 ranges, originally launched with a two-year free period that has now been prolonged. This move ensures continued access to vital safety and communication tools for owners of older iPhone models without requiring an immediate upgrade.
