Imagine you’re out hiking in a remote area when you suddenly witness a friend take a serious fall. They’re unable to move, and you’re unsure of the extent of their injuries. In the past, you might ...

Soon your 911 call may give the option to send secure photos and videos to dispatchers to help them assess the scene and respond. Emergency platforms RapidSOS and Prepared recently shared their plans ...

The Garmin company, which makes InReach satellite devices, has released its annual report on how people got into trouble over the past 12 months. While most incidents occurred in the United States, ...

If you've ever pulled out your iPhone or Android phone and found it showing SOS mode, no service or searching, you already know how frustrating it can be to figure out whether it's a you problem or if ...

Similar to how Apple Watches go beyond mere fashion accessories with their safety features, an iPhone also offers much more than just social media and entertainment apps. Whether you're stuck on the ...

An issue with Verizon on Monday led many cellphone users to look for calling alternatives. The company advised customers to access Wi-Fi communications, but iPhone users without service or internet ...

Google could soon release a new Emergency SOS gesture for the Pixel Watch to prevent accidental 911 calls. This new gesture will require users to touch and hold the screen for three seconds after ...

The propagation of fall-detection technology has led to an uptick in false alarms. But this hiker is glad that his device ...