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Not for now. InReach is rugged, uses Iridium and allows two way messaging.
iPhone is not rugged by default, uses GlobalStar and is for emergencies only. It does not allow free form texting as far as I understand. GlobalStar has less satellites, is less available because of this and is also less reliable because of this.
I get Search and Rescue insurance through my InReach membership. The InReach is one product from Garmin that I really stand behind. It is invaluable for me.
SOS via satellite in iPhone 14
RIP Garmin inreach ? Good if so, fuck Garmin.
Camera looks impressive too
Big fan of dynamic island