Google has introduced a new safety feature called Android Emergency Live Video, which lets users stream live video directly to emergency responders during an emergency call or text. The tool is designed to give first responders valuable real-time context in situations such as car accidents, fires, or medical emergencies.
The feature requires no prior setup. During an emergency interaction, a dispatcher can send a request to the user’s phone. From there, the user can choose to start sharing live video from their camera. The video stream is encrypted and can be stopped at any time by the user.
According to Google, the goal is to help responders better understand what is happening on the ground. With a single tap, users can securely stream video, allowing emergency teams to quickly assess the situation and provide the right support. In some cases, responders may also use the live view to guide people through critical, life-saving steps, such as performing CPR, until help arrives.
The launch adds to a growing set of safety tools offered by both Google and Apple, which already include features like Emergency SOS, crash detection, fall detection, and satellite-based location services.
Android Emergency Live Video will be available on phones running Android 8 or later. Initially, the feature is rolling out in the United States, as well as in selected regions of Germany and Mexico.
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