Many iPhone users have recently rediscovered a hidden lifesaving feature that connects instantly to emergency services. By rapidly pressing the side button five times, you activate the SOS Emergency Call function. This triggers an automatic 911 call and sends your exact location to emergency responders and your designated contacts.
Originally introduced on Apple Watches and brought to iPhones with iOS 11, this easy-to-use feature is gaining popularity on social media platforms like TikTok as a quick way to get help in dangerous situations. Users have shared stories of how the feature helped them feel safe when they sensed danger.
Additionally, Apple introduced Emergency SOS via satellite for iPhone 14 users, allowing distress messages even without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. This service works by connecting your iPhone to 24 Globalstar satellites and sends your message to the nearest emergency dispatch.
To activate this, open Settings, tap Emergency SOS, and follow the on-screen instructions. Sharing your Medical ID and emergency contacts through this feature could make the difference between life and death. Also, an old phone without a SIM card, protected in a plastic bag, can still dial 911 in emergencies, making it a handy backup device.
