It’s a feature that most won’t have to use, but is life saving when is needed. All phones should have this.

@allstones1462

Жыл бұрын

Why dont we just focus on having better cell coverage?

@cityplanner3063

Жыл бұрын

@@allstones1462what is the point of having cell coverage in the middle of a forest?

@johnbenedictespinosa7157

Жыл бұрын

@@cityplanner3063 right! Its expensive to have a better coverage

@user9b2

Жыл бұрын

Yep, was thinking exactly that.

@interstella0

Жыл бұрын

@@allstones1462 right? we need cell coverage or at least 5G internet in the amazon rainforest ong

This feature was worth it when they saved one life. Very cool to see its impact.

@Ben-eh1qt

Жыл бұрын

They intentionally went somewhere they had no idea how to get back because of this feature.

@Gpz0

Жыл бұрын

​@@Ben-eh1qt Your probably right. This feature is useful, but teenagers have always been careless with their safety. I can easily see them taking this for granted, or worse, for tiktok.

@Ben-eh1qt

Жыл бұрын

@@Gpz0 yep exactly. I don't trust any of it. How many of them were there? They've got to be complete imbeciles. I hike all the time. I live in Utah. I don't go out in the middle of nowhere that I have no idea how to get back. Obviously it's a sweet feature to have in the worst case scenario. But a bunch of these dumb kids are doing it because they think it's cool. And then they're just wasting our 911 resources.

@itsm3th3b33

Жыл бұрын

I've said this on the day Apple announced this feature, and I'll repeat it here. Mark my words: Apple will be forced to shut this feature down when emergency rescue workers (or city budgets) get overwhelmed by Karens who will call for a helicopter because their poodle dog is lost in the middle of a jungle, which they went there for a tic toc photo.

@Pea-G

Жыл бұрын

@@itsm3th3b33 yeah that’s not happening

As a solo hiker, I carry a separate GPS satellite beacon for this reason exactly. It cost me a pretty penny and a monthly subscription though. Having it built into your phone is awesome though - a great feature for all the folks who never thought it'd happen to them.

@biblestudy3823

Жыл бұрын

Praise Christ !!! It is not wise at all to be a = Solo Hiker You should always have someone with you It is not worth the risk & no gadget is enough to give you the extra safety of other ppl

@hikersteph

Жыл бұрын

@@biblestudy3823 oops, I accidentally hiked the entire 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail before taking hiking advice from people on the internet. silly me.

@andyginterblues2961

Жыл бұрын

@@hikersteph Love your reply! I bought a satellite GPS too, haven't used it yet. They are a great thing to have when hunting and hiking the back country.

@hikersteph

Жыл бұрын

​@@andyginterblues2961 So helpful! I use the Garmin Inreach since it can basically send text messages via satellite... nice to let my parents know I'm okay and exactly where I'm camping every night with my GPS ping :)

@algeriapower7242

Жыл бұрын

​@@hikersteph A cocky response to give someone who is just worried about you. Be careful of that as it might bite.

As a die hard android person- 10 people get to go home and see their families again because of Apple's unwavering dedication to safety. Really good story here.

I was sooo happy when they released it. It shows how manufactures should be thinking about our safety.

@UserHandle454

Жыл бұрын

🤓

@blue_ig1

Жыл бұрын

@@UserHandle454 is he wrong?

@user-nd8cs9ph4t

Жыл бұрын

@@UserHandle454 go back to your basement mate

@omicronpsycho2595

10 ай бұрын

​@@user-nd8cs9ph4tdamn u are savage bro 🗿

I don't say this often but, well done Apple. You made something actually really important.

@Luci-kd2cm

Жыл бұрын

@DEADSHOT16 You havent had an iphone newer than the 6S obviously

@well7885

Жыл бұрын

The newer iPhones (13 or higher) have the best battery life in the industry right now.

@frostech3149

Жыл бұрын

@@well7885 yeah, I have a pixel 6 and my friend has an iPhone 13 and whenever we go out he always ends up at 70% while I'm at most 50% or maybe I just use my phone more idk it's not exactly a scientific test

@romella_karmey

Жыл бұрын

@DEADSHOT16 obviously you haven’t touched a Pro Max ever since 😂😂😂

@well7885

Жыл бұрын

@@frostech3149 your personal experience is correct. There are many tests online showing (recent) iPhones having much better battery life than pixels

It saved my life twice so far. A car hit me and I flew off an embankment out of site and the person that hit me just left the scene. I used SOS and services where there in less than 5 minutes.

@XCBen

Жыл бұрын

Glad you are OK

@user-eh2hj8bx6i

Жыл бұрын

Whoa. That's crazy. People who commit hit and runs should be severely punished. Glad you're okay.

@DeepDishPizza

Жыл бұрын

@@I_________________________I I’m not lying at all.

@TWatcher_

Жыл бұрын

I think your talking about a different feature but still good to have.

@DeepDishPizza

Жыл бұрын

@@TWatcher_ No I’m talking about SOS on iPhone.

People complained that iPhone 14 didn’t have innovation until it saves someone’s life. That’s something beyond innovation that can’t be comprehend. Gives that dark knight vibes too. It’s the killer feature that not everyone needs for now but it’s there when it’s necessary.

some youtubers are going get lost on purpose and make a video if the iPhone SOS works

@Omikoshi78

Жыл бұрын

If they start misusing it, they might start to deprioritize sos from numbers associated with youtubers. 💀

@kaim2869

Жыл бұрын

That is exactly what this "news story" is.

@user9b2

Жыл бұрын

@@kaim2869 maybe, maybe not, what is your prove, had any of them reported this on their you tube channel?

@LambdaMiscellaneous

Жыл бұрын

@@kaim2869 Hey, guys! I found another braindead apple hater!

5 guys 5 girls. One couple definitely clapped cheeks in the woods

Thank God they're safe and rescued!

Hiking during the day and not returning before sunset is a very scary thing. When you have no service and in complete darkness with multiple paths, it's very easy to lose track of backtracking.

Now if only Apple and Google could activate the FM radio onboard for listening to weather reports and alerts.

@thundurr

Жыл бұрын

What's the point of that when the Weather App and native IOS alerts exist

@chriswright8074

Жыл бұрын

@@thundurr no internet some phone still have a radio transmitter

@fionanoceallaigh6960

Жыл бұрын

iPhones don’t have FM chips or antennas in them…

@thundurr

Жыл бұрын

@@fionanoceallaigh6960 Yes they do, they have disabled FM radios and the bands on the side of the phone are actually anntenae

@eraldway

Жыл бұрын

iPhones and Android phones don't have a radio receiver in them. Some iPhone models from iPhone 6 and older and some android phone to this day have a radio chip which is bundled with Broadcom's Wifi and Bluetooth chip. However there are no antennas build on these phones to receive FM signals nor there are any circularity built on these phones to decode such signals. Actually, Broadcom completely disables the FM module from their chips used in phones.

This is an amazing feature

One of my reasons from switching from my 12 pro to 14 pro. May never use it but it’s nice to know I can if I need it.

Speaking from experience, the trails out in the desert get really hard to find at night - even if there is a full moon.

Here is a tip for people. You can download offline maps on your phone and it works even without cellular connection. That way, you are not lost even in remote places.

@NVGEAR

Жыл бұрын

I know right! I do that when traveling internationally too.

@kan2256

Жыл бұрын

Offline map is available only on iOS 17 and it’s not coming out(public version) yet

@seanjackson6305

Жыл бұрын

@@kan2256 That’s for Apple Maps. Offline maps for Google Maps works for iPhones before iOS 17.

@NVGEAR

Жыл бұрын

@@kan2256 lol offline maps been available for the last ten years.

@RubenGonzalez-zk1sk

Жыл бұрын

@@kan2256 there's offline maps independent of apple lol

At least they didn’t try to escape that themselves and got even more lost, and worse, separated and went different ways.

This is an amazing feature, I don’t have the 14, but in the future when it gets a bit cheaper this may be a feature that persuades me into buying it because you never know when this could save your life

Well that’s a good product endorsement for Apple. They were lucky, glad things turned out good.😊

I was lost on the bus , last drop at 9:30 on the otherside of town , it was decent luckily , and used my iphone to get direction home

That’s awesome!

This is genius. Now kids can justify buying an iPhone 14 to their parents way more easily. "But mom, what if I get lost or kidnapped to a place with no signal. Do you want to be responsible for my death?"

@JaceTan-90

Жыл бұрын

Wait till iPhone 15 with their type c, and then you’ll see the justification even stronger

@fearless6947

Жыл бұрын

lol so true

@riyan_prof

Жыл бұрын

Kid: mom, i need iphone for studying. Mom: nope! Kid: look mom! The iphone saved live!!! Mom: well... Sure! 😂

@HoloScope

Жыл бұрын

oh my

@JCLD

Жыл бұрын

my dad would be like, what makes you think we would want to find you? 😅

Between an  Watch and an iPhone. Apples technology seams to have your back. That’s really reassuring when you give it thought.

I have one of those hand held GPS units designed for overland hikers and hunters. I haven't used it yet, but I'm pretty sure that it has an SOS feature. I am going to check it to make sure.

I'm thankful Apple is taking steps to ensure that nobody gets lost in the middle of nowhere and potentially becoming a fatal situation. All phones should be required to have this by law.

@jessevorello2878

Жыл бұрын

This is the absolute reason I upgraded from the iPhone 13 to the 14 Pro. I wanted that feature due to it having crash detection and the ability to communicate through satellite due to me riding motorcycles. If I crash out in the middle of nowhere and don't have the ability to move far or call for help, this will save my life, if I'm still alive at that point.

the fact it was in Ventura in California makes it so much more Apple. It feels almost ad like. Glad they’re safe

Thanks Miguel for that story

Love this ♥

If you dont love this then youre a hater. Apple potentially saved all of these kids lives.

@fauxbro1983

Жыл бұрын

Lol, they would survive overnight lol

@LazyCrazyGuy

Жыл бұрын

​@@fauxbro1983but who would know exactly where they were? This gave coordinates and a message. I'm an Android guy and don't see myself switching to Apple ever but I have to admit when a feature is awesome and it is a cool thing to have especially for us hikers.

@ygt-cd3mg

Жыл бұрын

@@archaicherbs "they were not in any immediate danger" doesn't mean they couldn't face danger soon. immediate danger only means at the moment, but they were lost in the wide!

@ygt-cd3mg

Жыл бұрын

@@archaicherbs funny you just immediately assume they're "RICH KIDS", I think that says a lot about you: a sore loser! They're hiking, how's hiking equal being rich? yes, their families will be billed for the rescue so what? anyone rich or poor would call emergency service if their loved is lost or in danger and not think about oh gee, it might cost money !

@thefingerofgod69

Жыл бұрын

@@archaicherbs lots of ordinary people have iPhones. Furthermore, the service is free for the first year or so.

Awesome

If people know where you are, then staying in place is your best option. If nobody knows where you are, then you need to take steps to save yourself. You have to have that understanding of your situation if you want to survive.

iPhones and Apple Watches are amazing. When my mom fell i was immediately notified and got to her and took her to the hospital. God knows what would have happed if she didn’t have her Apple Watch. Thank you Apple!

Life saving feature

Only thing to note is this feature is yet so far only available on the iPhone 14 models. Older models do not support this. It is in fact a really handy tool which can save lifes.

Another reason why I love Apple.

A group of teenagers “hiking” Yah 😂😂

Finally a good news story

this story is awesome! well not that they got lost, but how apples new tech helped them be saved.

@maxmustermann8248

Жыл бұрын

How can you get lost with a working phone? There's gps built in

@Aaron.Henderson

Жыл бұрын

@max musterman 🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦

@Roxlecmc

Жыл бұрын

@@maxmustermann8248how are you gonna access that without cell service?

@yeetskeet691

Жыл бұрын

@@RoxlecmcGPS/Cellular are different communications. Thats why the apple watch is sold as 2 separate models: GPS and GPS/Cellular

@yeetskeet691

Жыл бұрын

@@maxmustermann8248Just because you have GPS doesnt mean youre able to navigate out of where they were. its like saying “how did you get hurt in a car accident, the car has airbags”

Why do I feel that these teenagers just YOLO'd into the canyon because they know they had that feature to try out lol

First of all, they we're lucky that the feature is offered free but it's only for two years after activation, then you must subscribe to it. Just imagine if they didn't have it, they'd most likely be dead.

@PrincessAww

Жыл бұрын

most people get a new iphone every 1-2 years very few actually pay for, and keep the device

@Endorion_YTC

Жыл бұрын

@@PrincessAww Actually good point, I'm one of those people. I don't really keep a new phone that long besides during COVID struck I had to keep my iPhone 11 Max and skipped the 12 Pro Max, and 13 Pro Max. Not sure if SOS satellite feature will still be renewed for a new iPhone purchase still for e.g. iPhone 15 Pro Max

@yeetskeet691

Жыл бұрын

@@Endorion_YTCi skipped the 12 & 13 for the same reason, kinda glad i did it was refreshing have such a big leap in power (and the dynamic island is super nice >>>>> than the notch)

"Anybody bring a map?" "Wut? I think my grandpa showed me one of those once."

How about a lowpower survival mode.. Dim screen. Only compass and time/sunset/sunrise with occasional checks for signal (that it notifies you about) and points in signal direction.

@andyginterblues2961

Жыл бұрын

Where there is no signal, there is no signal to notify that there is a signal nearby. Better to just go and buy a handheld satellite GPS tracker.

Not sure how ppl get lost now days. Smart phone has gps app that work offline. You don’t need cell signal to use maps on your phone. Before you hike, you download the offline maps of the area you’re hiking. Your phone can be in airplane mode and gps will still work. I carry a battery pack in my bag while hiking. Gives me many days of power if I’m ever lost.

@fearless6947

Жыл бұрын

Most people don't think about being lost while hiking. They don't know, some areas don't have signal. I think everyone thinks, everyone else should know and then don't bother learning.

@Aaron.Henderson

Жыл бұрын

@Fearless these average IQ intellectuals just don't understand anything.

they definitely could’ve been in trouble if not for that. wow i have the 13pro but might have to upgrade.

@Junispro31

Жыл бұрын

If u r not hiking anywhere with no cellular connection any time soon, you could always wait for iPhone 15 or something

@JMart1009

Жыл бұрын

At this point (unless you plan on going on a hiking trip sometime between now and September) you probably should just wait for the iPhone 15 in September.

The best technology is technology that can save lives, every phone on the planet should have this feature.

Ive been to those mountains. Super easy trail, these teenagers were in no danger to begin with. None of them probably brought a flashlight or anything of the sort and just panicked.

Cool

Good thing I have a lot of friend using the iPhone because I use a legendary Sony Xperia 1

Everyone roasts Apple for having a new feature but these kind of small changes makes a huge difference in the experience. Well done Apple

Just don't forget to charge your phone and bring a portable battery.

Good on Apple for adding this feature

this is present in many modern android phones not only iphone

@nekogaming8461

Жыл бұрын

such as?

@metaorior

Жыл бұрын

@@nekogaming8461 LTEPP, or Long Term Evolution for Public Safety, is a wireless communications standard that is designed to provide fast, reliable, and secure services for public safety networks. It has been implemented in some smartphones, allowing them to be used in emergency situations. A key feature of LTEPP is that it includes priority access for emergency services. This means that if a network is congested, calls and data from public safety officials will be prioritized over other traffic. Now, regarding the GPS security feature and the emergency signal on Android and modern phones, they work as follows: 1. **GPS Security Feature:** Modern smartphones use GPS (Global Positioning System) for a variety of applications, including navigation, location-based reminders, and more. In addition to these convenience features, GPS also plays a critical role in the security of your phone. For instance, if you lose your phone or if it gets stolen, you can use the GPS to locate it. Android's Find My Device feature, for example, allows you to track, lock, and even erase your phone remotely. 2. **Emergency Signal/ SOS:** Android and many modern smartphones also have an emergency SOS feature. This feature is designed to alert emergency services or specified contacts in your phone if you're in a crisis. When the emergency SOS feature is activated (usually by pressing the power button several times in quick succession), it will automatically call the local emergency number and send a text message to your emergency contacts with your location information. This can be a lifesaver in situations where you're unable to manually dial for help. As of my last update in September 2021, several Android phones that support these features include: 1. Google Pixel Series (Pixel 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, and newer models) 2. Samsung Galaxy Series (Galaxy S9, S10, S20, S21, Note10, Note20, and newer models) 3. OnePlus (OnePlus 6, 7, 8, 9 and newer models) 4. Xiaomi (Mi 8, 9, 10, 11, and newer models; Redmi Note 7, 8, 9, 10 and newer models) 5. LG (G7 Thinq, G8 Thinq, V40 Thinq, V50 Thinq, and newer models) 6. Motorola (Moto G7, G8, G9, Edge, and newer models) For the most accurate and updated list, you should refer to the specific manufacturers' websites or other reputable sources. Keep in mind that while most new smartphones come with these features, older or lower-end models may not.

The situation isn't funny, but I couldn't help but give a chuckle when he said they got lost in the canyon "there are no injuries but they are on a rock" lol.

Clarification: Emergency SOS has been around for years - Emergency SOS via satellite, however, is new with the 14 line.

so next time someone asked "Whats the 1 thing you need when you are stranded on a island out in the sea?" It used to be things like "Lighter" or "Multi-tool knife" or "Water", now its an "iPhone 14" lol

Okay, I'm gonna try this feature soon. Perhaps my family still care about me.

iPhone pay a lot for this

Imagine when they are able to fit this technology into the Apple Watch

@Kelly--

Жыл бұрын

just googling i found out garmin watches have already had the sos feature. i think people just don't bother to check and assume the first to have it would be apple. but that's not the case. garmin has always been based on using satellites for navigation. so it makes sense

@nekogaming8461

Жыл бұрын

@@Kelly-- yeah but most only use iPhones right?

@rileypart1

Жыл бұрын

Actually, Apple Watch Ultra has that feature already is only watch has SOS Satellite. The rest (SE 2nd, Series 8) has crash detection

i found part of my answer. the thumbnail shows it saying 'connected. keep pointing at satellite'. very interesting. so this reminds me of my old pocket garmin. it would draw a map of satellites on screen, showing me where they were. the only difference is mine can't send anything, but i found out newer garmins have sos, in case anyone would find that interesting. so there's that, and there are other cheaper devices people can buy. it's good to know that anywhere you can reach the satellites, some devices might save you

kid: mom I need that I can use it if I get lost

Where was this when Tom Hanks was talking to Wilson?

Free advertising for Apple! Well done

This just feel like I want to upgrade my phone to the I phone 14 because if that feature, I currently have a iPhone 11 promax, and it’s still running ok I can say? Because it’s shutting down and turning off by its self and freezing on me. I might consider getting one or I’m think to wait till the I phone 15 is out.

@diasstebanak

Жыл бұрын

Wait until the 15 comes out in September so you can upgrade. It's what's best + you don't miss out on some cool new features rumored for it

I switch to Samsung from Apple and I regretted it ever since

Yea I think everyone switch iPhones 📱

Is this an ad by Apple so people would start *paying* for this feature? lol

Too bad this feature is a limited time subscription that you get for 2 years until you have to pay for it…

its the 5 month again, yay

This feature is only available for iPhone 14 models.

@LambdaMiscellaneous

Жыл бұрын

And your point? It’s a hardware feature. Not software.

How did they get lost, the gps works on the phones without the need of cell service... , Im kinda confused here...

Why no one downloaded an offline map in G. Maps or hiking app before going??? Y ???

u had battery left?

Too poor to affford this feature,

Its a shame this cool feature is not available in Asia

I guess I'll have to finally get my daughter one.

@elena6516

Жыл бұрын

aaaand this marketing stunt has succeeded. if you wanna get this for your daughter, that's cool, but an iphone app is not gonna teach your daughter the bushcraft, survival, and preparedness skills required to a be confident and capable hiker.

@Junispro31

Жыл бұрын

Or just get a sos beacon. That'll have a stronger antenna

@user-ox7ir1lu4y

Жыл бұрын

@@Junispro31 orr just get an iPhone 14 that can do that job well enough to work. i get it, its annoying to see a company winning as much as apple. but instead take notes and start you're own tec company. ill buy your first devices lol

@tornadochaserguy5756

Жыл бұрын

@@user-ox7ir1lu4y For people who already have a phone there is no point just getting one for the sos feature when you can buy a sos beacon for 500 dollars less

i only hike in botanical gardens very safe.

they were literally screaming SAVE OUR SOULS 😂😂

imagine if this exist 20 years ago.. there wouldnt be 127 hrs and aron ralston would still be using both of his hands

They probably would've got out eventually, they just got rescued earlier

How mutch this recue cost?

Most phones have this

Slaughter! If you shoot at him, brother, you better not miss!

new? it’s been here for years

well the phone may cost a small fortune but at least it has a priceless feature.

@stevenaziz

Жыл бұрын

iPhone 14 starts at $799, so I wouldn’t say that’s a fortune, at least not for a typical smartphone nowadays.

@Punisher6791

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenaziz i said SMALL FORTUNE!! 🤬

@mathewm3073

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenaziz says the one with an apple memoji omd. There are millions of better androids cheaper than 14 and 14 plus

@stevenaziz

Жыл бұрын

@@mathewm3073 okay, sure. There literally aren’t millions of other smartphone brands but there are millions of “better” Androids. Right. Please, name one. And then explain why it’s “better.”

@LambdaMiscellaneous

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenaziz problem: *they can’t.*

Ok but how did the rescuers know where to look? I thought the feature doesn't share the location due to limited bandwith or something?

@maxwellward

Жыл бұрын

It does share the location, otherwise there's not much point in the feature. It doesn't make a call though, it sends a text with all the information condensed from the questionnaire you answer on your phone.

And then it happened in Ventura, that’s a crazy coincidence

@GameParrot

Жыл бұрын

Maybe apple paid them to get lost on purpose and use the feature

Sales of iPhone 14 just jumped! Why can’t this feature be on all cell phones?

@thefingerofgod69

Жыл бұрын

I do believe that T-Mobile has this in the works and they are working with android phones. I could be wrong but that is what I remember.

@Courtney1992

Жыл бұрын

The technology is fairly new

@auscop

Жыл бұрын

​@Christopher Todd Since it only works when you have no mobile coverage, it would have nothing to do with the mobile service provider unless they are having their own Androids manafactured. The Satellite transceiver would need to be built into the phone. Pretty sure though it will be across most brands in the next year or so.

@AidanGU

Жыл бұрын

It's not possible without the satellite antenna

@thefingerofgod69

Жыл бұрын

@@auscop I replied with a link to an ars techinica (sp) article but for some reason the link failed to post. So instead I will paste the article title and you can look it up. “Starlink/T-Mobile plan for satellite-to-phone service to get boost from FCC” What I forgot was that starlink was their partner. I remembered it because they made the announcement something like a day or a week before apple’s keynote where they announced this service.

I'm going to buy iphone soon

Great Apple promo. Kudos to Apple for including this feature

Satellite more powerful than cell tower

Senators getting satelite phones a few days after you guys talk about sos satellites service on the iPhones. What are y'all really trying to tell us

They were just testing the feature lol

They literally coulda just called me im always drivin around i coulda just pulled up in da wagon 😎😎😎

Apple thanks you for the free ad

You know this story boutta show up in iPhone 15 presentation, v good job nonetheless

Ventura rescue workers gonna be busier and busier without doubt.

Well yeah... that's what it's for....

Also a reminder we really heavily on technology, especially today’s youth. This would have been a different story 20+ years ago. Never to late (or early) to learn basic survival and navigation skills.

I'm just curious on how they got lost in the first place. Don't they have downloaded offline maps and GPS built in on their smartphones.