Emergency SOS via Satellite is a feature in the newest version of Apple's mobile operating system that will allow iPhone 14 owners to contact emergency services when there is no cellular or internet connection. In Alaska, the feature was put to the test when a man became stranded.
In the early hours of the morning of December 1st, the Alaska State Troopers received an alert that a man was stuck in the snow.
When there was an emergency, Apple's Emergency Response Center worked with local search and rescue teams to send volunteers directly to theGPS coordinates that were relayed to Apple.
There were no injuries when the man was saved. The area where he was located is off the beaten path and not accessible by public transportation. In places above 62 latitude, such as northern parts of Canada and Alaska, Apple says that satellite can't be used.
The Troopers who helped with the rescue were "impressed with the accuracy and completeness of information included in the initial alert," with the EmergencySOS via Satellite feature designed to ask several questions ahead of when an alert is sent out to expedite rescue missions.
When there is no internet or cellular connection available, Emergency Satellite via SOS can be activated, and it can be used by all iPhone 14 users. The feature is free to use for two years, but Apple hasn't given a price for it.
Satellite will soon be available in France, Germany, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
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