Hurricane Helene victims used iPhones for satellite messaging amid power and cell outages. AdvertisementIn the wake of Hurricane Helene, those left without power or cell service are transforming their iPhones into satellite phones. An X thread by Asheville resident Matt Van Swol demonstrated just how helpful the satellite messaging iPhone feature has been for those without WiFi or cellular service. Van Swol said he's "never been more thankful to be an iPhone user," and more chimed in with their praise of the iOS 18 feature. Related storiesHe wasn't the only one who said the satellite messaging feature was a lifesaver.

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