Download iOS 18 on your iPhone before Hurricane Milton arrives.

Florida is in the preparation phase ahead of the imminent arrival of Hurricane Milton, which is expected to hit the state on Wednesday. In this context, iPhone owners are advised to download the latest update, iOS 18, before the storm manifests. This new version includes an innovative feature called Satellite Messaging, which allows users to send and receive text messages without needing a cellular or Wi-Fi connection. This ensures that you can keep in touch with family, friends, and emergency services, even in circumstances where power and communications may be disrupted.

To use Satellite Messaging, an iPhone 14 or a later model with iOS 18 is required. The time taken to send and receive these messages may be longer than that of conventional SMS due to the peculiarities of satellite communication. Additionally, the feature is free for a period of two years after the activation of the compatible device.

It is recommended that after installing iOS 18, users test the satellite feature. To do this, they should access the Settings app, scroll to Apps, select Messages, and then tap on Satellite Connection Demonstration. This demonstration is most effective when conducted outdoors with the phone pointed toward the sky. The satellite messaging technology represents a key resource for maintaining communication during emergencies, especially in severe weather conditions like Hurricane Milton. Besides this novelty, iOS also includes tools such as Emergency SOS, Find My, and Satellite Roadside Assistance.

In other news, it has been confirmed that the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have been designed to facilitate the repair process, according to an analysis from iFixit. A recent teardown video has shown that Apple has simplified access to the internal components of the device, granting it a provisional repairability score of 7/10. This rating is based on the new chassis design and the introduction of a rear glass entry, which is less risky than the traditional way of accessing the device through the screen.

On the other hand, reports have emerged regarding issues with the touchscreen of the iPhone 16 Pro. Users have indicated that certain taps and swipes are not recognized, complicating interactions such as scrolling or selecting buttons. This issue seems linked to the thinner bezels of this model’s screen, affecting the sensitivity of the accidental touch rejection algorithm. In particular, it has been noted that fingers near the edges, especially close to the camera control, are frequently responsible for this issue, which could be attributed to a software bug.