A few days ago, Apple presented the new iPhone 14 and Apple Watch, which come with several new options such as Crash Detection, which enables emergency calls in case of traffic accidents, and the “Emergency SOS” option.
How does it work? According to Apple, the option uses three functions of the device, a barometer that detects changes in cabin pressure, GPS that monitors changes in speed and a microphone that registers sounds typical of a traffic accident. There is also a gyroscope and an accelerometer (measuring up to 256G) on the Apple Watch, which help assess the situation. 10 seconds after detecting a traffic accident, the phone will automatically start calling emergency contacts and emergency services. If the user has both devices, the watch will first display a message, and then the phone will call emergency services.
The second option, Emergency SOS, allows the user to send a message via satellite when there is no mobile network signal. Both options are available on all iPhone 14 models as well as Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Ultra.
When it comes to prices, iPhone 14 starts at $799, iPhone 14 Plus $899, iPhone 14 Pro $999, iPhone Pro Max $1,099, while iPhone SE costs $429.
Source: Apple