"A new feature coming to Android will allow users to get more support during emergencies by sharing a live video feed from their phone with 911 responders. For instance, if someone calls 911 for a medical emergency, the 911 responder can use the live video feed to walk the caller through CPR or first aid until paramedics arrive. Emergency Live Video is also helpful in situations where someone is lost, under high stress, or otherwise can't clearly describe what's going on."
"During a 911 call, emergency responders can send a request for a live video, which the caller has to approve before any video is shared. The video feed is encrypted by default and the caller can choose to stop streaming at any time. It mirrors a similar feature on iOS, Emergency SOS Live Video, which launched in 2024 and allows iPhone users to share either a live video feed or photos and videos from their Photos app."
Emergency Live Video allows Android users to share a live video feed from their phone with 911 responders so responders can provide real-time guidance and locate callers. During a 911 call, responders can send a live video request that the caller must approve before video is shared. The video feed is encrypted by default and the caller can stop streaming at any time. The feature aids in medical emergencies, lost persons, high-stress situations, and unclear descriptions. It mirrors iOS Emergency SOS Live Video and is rolling out initially to RapidSOS, Motorola Solutions, and Prepared911 in the US. Requires Android 8+ with Google Play services.
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