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technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite Still Free After Two Years

Two years after its launch, Apple's Emergency SOS via satellite feature on the iPhone 14 remains free, despite initial plans to charge users after two years. This life-saving feature, developed in partnership with Globalstar, has proven crucial in emergencies where cellular reception is unavailable. While competitors like Qualcomm have attempted to introduce similar technology, they have not matched Apple's success. Apple continues to invest in expanding this service, including a renewed partnership with Globalstar and potential collaboration with SpaceX.

via Wccftech|

#apple #emergencysos #iphone14

technology-health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple Watch Alerts Woman to Carbon Monoxide Danger, Saving Her Life"

A Wilmington University graduate student, Natalie Nasatka, was saved from a potentially fatal carbon monoxide poisoning in her apartment thanks to the Emergency SOS feature on her Apple Watch. Experiencing severe symptoms, she used the feature to call 911, leading to her rescue and hospital treatment. The incident highlighted the importance of wearable technology in emergency situations and the dangers of carbon monoxide, prompting the installation of a detector and repair of her heater by apartment management.

via Fox News|

##applewatch #carbonmonoxidepoisoning

technology-health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Student's Life Saved by Apple Watch's SOS Feature During Carbon Monoxide Leak"

A Delaware student, Natalie Nasatka, used the Emergency SOS feature on her Apple Watch to call for help after experiencing symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning in her apartment. She passed out but was revived by the fire department, which confirmed extremely high levels of carbon monoxide due to a suspected faulty heater. The incident highlights the importance of having a carbon monoxide detector and showcases the life-saving potential of wearable technology.

via 9to5Mac|

##applewatch #carbonmonoxidepoisoning