[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Connectivity
emergency SOS
A feature that contacts emergency services, sometimes via satellite.
Also known as:
SOS mode
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Emergency SOS places emergency calls quickly, often by holding a button combination, and increasingly supports satellite messaging where there is no cellular coverage.
See satellite SOS.
Where emergency SOS Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is emergency SOS?
A feature that contacts emergency services, sometimes via satellite.
What terms are related to emergency SOS?
Related Connectivity terms include dual-SIM 5G, satellite SOS.