iPhone 14’s Satellite SOS Feature Saves Injured Hiker in Tujunga
A woman who suffered a broken leg while hiking in Tujunga, was able to contact emergency services with iPhone 14 despite having no cell service.
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Apple’s Emergency SOS Satellite Service Expands to Six New European Countries
Apple has expanded its Emergency SOS satellite security service to Austria, Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Portugal, bringing further safety to iPhone 14 users in these regions. This technology enables users to send and receive messages with emergency services even in areas without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Additionally, users can also share their location...
iPhone 13 Pro Owner Uses ‘MacGyver’ Drone Move to Text for Help
Earlier this year, a stranded traveller in the U.S. state of Oregon used an iPhone 13 Pro and a DJI Air drone to call for help
Apple Expanding Emergency SOS via Satellite to More Countries This Month
Today Apple made some spring announcements, debuting a new yellow colour for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, while also launching four new colours for its Silicone Cases with MagSafe for the entire iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro lineup. Apple also said on Tuesday it would expand its Emergency SOS via satellite and Find...
Apple Crash Detection Made 185 False Calls in 9 Days to Dispatch Centre
Apple’s new Crash Detection feature is still triggering false 9-1-1 calls, much to the detriment of emergency dispatch workers
iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Saves Two Stranded Travellers in B.C.
The safety feature, available on all iPhone 14 models, helped rescue two women who were stranded without cell service in the wilderness near McBride
Apple Expands Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature to France, Germany, Ireland, and the U.K.
Emergency SOS via Satellite lets users message emergency services and share their location via the Find My app even when there's no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage
Hands-On: iPhone 14 Emergency SOS Feature Reviewed [Roundup]
The new safety feature lets users send emergency texts and share their location with loved ones even when there is no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage
Apple Launches iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature in Canada
The feature lets users send emergency texts and share their location with loved ones even when there is no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage
iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Coming to Canada this Month
According to Apple, the critical infrastructure required to support this upcoming feature cost the company $450 million USD
Apple to Let iPhone Users Report Emergency SOS False Alarms
On iOS 16.2, users will be able to submit feedback to Apple after dismissing an Emergency SOS prompt that was triggered erroneously
Apple Locked Down 85% of Globalstar’s Network Capacity for Emergency SOS via Satellite: Report
Apple's inclusion of satellite connectivity on iPhone 14 has kicked off a "smartphone space race," with rivals itching to follow.