Crash Detection

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Crash Detection is a feature of iOS and watchOS developed by Apple to automatically contact an emergency number (such as in North America, in Australia, or or in other regions) after a severe crash has been detected by a supported device.Apple Event — September 7 by Apple, YouTube. 2022-09-07.
==History==
Crash Detection was introduced in September 2022 with the iPhone 14 series along with the Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and 2nd-generation Apple Watch SE. iOS 16, watchOS 9, or later is required. A supported device senses sudden changes in sound levels, cabin pressure, direction, and speed up to 256 s to determine whether a severe crash has occurred and automatically call Emergency SOS if the user does not respond.Apple introduces iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, Apple Inc. 2022-09-07.
===Issues===
Non-life-threatening incidents involving skiiers, surfboarders, and roller coasters are known to have generated a significant number of that were automatically reported and have placed a time-consuming strain on emergency call centers. Apple has been working with the call centers to investigate the issue.Crash Detection false alerts from skiers and snowboarders stressing emergency services by Ben Lovejoy, 9To5Mac. 2023-01-16.
==Gallery==
How to use Crash Detection on iPhone and Apple Watch - Apple Support
==References==
==External links==
*Use Crash Detection on iPhone or Apple Watch to call for help in an accident at Apple Support (2022-09-14)
**Manage Crash Detection on iPhone 14 models
**Manage Crash Detection on Apple Watch
Category:iOS features
Category:watchOS features
Category:2022 introductions