Google might quickly supply an Apple-like emergency SoS function with its upcoming Pixel 9 sequence, Android Authority stories, citing a Google insider. The report additionally states that the Pixel 9 sequence might use Samsung’s new Exynos 5400 modem, which is alleged to be sooner and extra energy environment friendly than earlier generations. The brand new modem additionally brings help for 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTN), or satellite-based communications.
The Android Authority report notes that Pixel 9 customers would be the first to have entry to Android 15’s satellite tv for pc implementation, due to the combination of the brand new Exynos 5400. The report additionally notes that Google’s SOS function will initially be supplied by T-Cellular, however different operators might be added sooner or later.
Other than the Pixel 9 sequence, Google subsequent era Pixel Fold can also be prone to get the Emergency SoS function due to the code noticed by Android Authority. “To hook up with the satellite tv for pc, unfold your telephone and rotate it % levels counter clockwise” the report quoted code from Satellite tv for pc Gateway app as stating.
How will Google’s SoS function work?
Reportedly, Google will create a ‘Satellite tv for pc Gateway’ app that can enable customers to contact emergency companies through a function referred to as ‘Emergency SoS’. The brand new function will enable for texting slightly than calling, in response to the Android Authority report.
As for the way the function would really work, Google is anticipated to ask customers a couple of primary questions to search out out what is going on on.
Person would then be supplied the selection to inform their emergency cotancts after which proceed to ship a message to emergency companies with a view to get the specified assist. A few of the questions that Google will ask Pixel customers embrace, “What occurred?”, “In complete, how many individuals are [missing/trapped]?”, “What finest describes your state of affairs?”, “What’s on fireplace?”, “Are there weapons concerned?” and extra.
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Printed: 15 Apr 2024, 04:20 PM IST
Supply: Live Mint