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Emergency calls are a crucial function of your smartphone, and many brands have made efforts to make those calls more accessible in an emergency. But Android’s “Emergency SOS” feature is currently ...

Google has added a new feature to Emergency SOS on Android that prevents devices from accidentally dialing 911. The feature aims to reduce unintentional calls made to emergency services after the ...

Matthew Zucca, a tech enthusiast and former consultant from Canada, joined Android Police in 2023. Leveraging his technical knowledge and previous consulting experience, Matthew got his first two ...

Google might be trying to facilitate Garmin Response for satellite connectivity, though it's unclear if it will bring a free service like Apple’s Emergency SOS. Reading time 2 minutes Android is ...

The smartphone in your pocket is more than just a device for communication or entertainment. When used correctly, it’s a tool that can provide a lifeline in emergencies. Aside from the best emergency ...

The Google Pixel series has a feature gearing for release that will allow you to contact emergency services via satellite, even when out of cellular range. Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain ...

“SOS for Android is the only app of its kind backed by a cloud provider of SOS's caliber,” said Ken Shaw, CEO and Founder of SOS Online Backup. “There are lots of apps that let you push slivers of ...

Cassidy loves designing, building, and writing about delightful digital products—especially when they revolve around open technologies. Google has added a new Emergency SOS feature to Android 12.

Have you updated the software on your iOS phone lately? If so, you now have an emergency calling feature right at your fingertips. Rather than opening your phone app and dialing 911, the iPhone will ...