After the quiz, the easy interface directs the user on where to position their iPhone to connect and delivers the first message. This message contains the user’s questionnaire replies, location, including altitude, iPhone battery level, and, if enabled, Medical ID. The questionnaire and follow-up messages are delivered immediately through satellite to dispatchers who accept text messages or to relay centres manned by Appletrained personnel who may call for assistance on the user’s behalf. To keep the user’s emergency contacts updated, the transcript may also be shared.
The first two years of this feature are free to use, and Apple says it will reveal how much it will charge to maintain support for this function in the future. The yellow iPhone 14 will be available in retailers on Tuesday.
