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Apple's ambitions to connect iPhones through satellites face threats from Elon Musk and, perhaps more significantly, internal worries about the company moving into telecom territory and potentially upsetting carrier relationships. Some within Apple, including software chief Craig Federighi, have reportedly questioned the long-term viability and strategic sense of this direction. Apple once had plans to build its own full-fledged internet using satellites, called Project Eagle, but CEO Tim Cook worried about maintaining relationships with mobile carriers and shut it down. Dive into this internal debate, which reveals the concerns of top executives and the potential regulatory and partnership challenges Apple faces. theinformation.com/articl.. #SpaceX 🚀 #Space law
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Apple’s Satellite Ambitions Threatened by Elon Musk, Internal Resistance

Three years ago, Elon Musk approached Apple with an eleventh-hour offer. Musk had heard that Apple was about to announce a feature for the upcoming iPhone 14 in partnership with satellite firm Globalstar that would allow iPhones to send text messages to emergency services in areas without ...

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