How to use the SOS Feature on Apple Watch

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Editor’s Note: This tip may also work with Apple Watch Series 1 with Watch OS3 installed.

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Starting with WatchOS3, Apple has added a new way for someone to get assistance while waring his/her Apple Watch.  It’s called the Emergency SOS feature.

Here’s how to enable it:

• First, make sure the feature is enabled on the watch from the iPhone.
• Go to Apple Watch App > General > Emergency SOS.
• Make sure the above is turned ON.
• On the same screen, tap the Add Contact option.
• This will bring up your contacts.
• Select the person(s) that you wish to contact during an emergency.

To activate the Emergency SOS feature:

• Press and hold the side bar button for six seconds.
• A menu will pop-up with the “Emergency SOS” option.
• Tap it.
• It will then send a text message to your contacts letting them know that you’ve contacted 9-1-1.
• That’s it.

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