The company has reportedly been testing the crash detection feature for a year, a process involving anonymously collecting data from iPhone and Apple Watch users. Apple Is Really Upping Its Fitness And Safety Features Game The feature is expected to arrive next year, but plans could also change, and Apple might choose to nix it, just like it pulled the plug on the AirPower charging mat. For the feature to work, Apple will rely on sensors, mainly the accelerometer, by looking for a sudden change in the gravitational force (or ‘g’ force) value recorded by the Apple Watch or an iPhone. The feature will allow these devices to automatically detect incidents like a car crash and automatically call the 911 emergency number. As per a report by The Wall Street Journal, Apple is planning to bring a new crash detection feature to the iPhone and Apple Watch as early as next year. Related: Apple Patents New Watch Feature That Tracks HydrationĪpple is now planning to further enhance the safety feature repertoire of its gadgets moving forward.

Moreover, setting up a Medical ID allows first responders to quickly check users’ medical history for conditions like allergy and view emergency contacts without unlocking the victim's Apple device. However, if it detects that the user is unable to move for more than a minute, an automatic emergency call is made to call for help. In such a scenario, it sounds an alarm and allows users to quickly call for emergency help with a one-tap SOS call prompt on the screen. Going a step further, Apple added a fall detection feature to the Apple Watch that senses when users have experienced a hard fall. For example, long-pressing the volume and side button on an iPhone starts an emergency SOS call, and users can do the same on the Apple Watch by holding the side button to pull the SOS call screen. The two device categories already come armed with a bunch of safety features. Appleis reportedly working on a new safety feature that will allow iPhones and Apple Watches to detect a crash incident and automatically call the 911 helpline for emergency medical assistance.

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