Counterpoint says Apple holds 71.6% of the satellite-enabled smartphone market, while Samsung and Huawei each have 6.1% based on 2025 data.
Apple gained a multi-year lead after launching Emergency SOS via satellite on the iPhone 14 in 2022, then added Roadside Assistance and Crash Detection.
Nearly 46% of global smartphone shipments are expected to support satellite connectivity by 2030, but high-end pricing and limited standards could slow wider Android adoption.
Despite having advanced hardware, why is the Android ecosystem failing to deliver life-saving satellite features to its users?
With its satellite partner now owned by rival Amazon, is Apple's emergency feature dominance facing its greatest threat?