Photo: The newly launched iPhone 14 series with emergency satellite messaging
Apple Inc on Wednesday launched its latest iPhone series with an improved camera and satellite messaging for emergencies, while also unveiling a rugged watch targeting sports enthusiasts.
The iPhone 14 models, starting at $799, will test Apple’s ability to wring dollars from its relatively affluent customer base, whose spending has so far held steady in the face of an economic slowdown.
IPhone 14 with satellite connectivity
Apple added a new “emergency SOS via satellite feature”, allowing users to establish a connection with a satellite to send texts from remote locations.
The company said it has set up relay centers to enable the feature.
The new series 14 will have four models: iPhone 14, Plus, Pro and ProMax.
The phones are fitted with improved cameras, sharper sensors and a new crash detection feature.
The iPhone 14 and 14 Plus will have the A15 bionic chip, while the Pro models come with the A16 chip.
Price starts at $799 for iPhone 14, $899 for iPhone 14 Plus, $999 for iPhone 14 Pro and $1,099 for iPhone 14 Pro Max.
According to Reuters, availability, preorders start from Sept. 9, and available Sept. 16 onwards
