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The Verizon outage showcases why satellite connections and 'disaster roaming' are important


You might still have a connection.

Unfortunately, Verizon is having an unplanned outage over much of the United States including areas impacted by Hurricane Helene making communication difficult or even impossible for many. If your phone is equipped with emergency satellite services like recent iPhones and the Pixel 9 series, you can use it to send out a message for help. The Pixel 9 isn't just a fun AI phone — it also comes with potentially life-saving satellite SOS connectivity that can get you help when you're in an area with no cell coverage.

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