Google has expanded the availability of its Car crash detection feature on Pixel phones to include India and four other countries. Initially introduced in the US in 2019, this feature uses the phone’s location, motion sensors, and nearby sounds to identify severe car accidents. When a crash is detected, the Pixel phone vibrates, emits a loud alarm, and asks if assistance is needed. If there is no response, the phone will attempt to contact the emergency services number in India, providing them with the user’s location and crash-related data.
However, it is important to note that the car crash detection feature is currently not accessible in Indian languages. Additionally, it is only available on Pixel 4a and later models, and the phone must have an active SIM card for the feature to work properly. To enable this feature, users can navigate to the Personal Safety app on their Pixel device, select “Features,” and find “Car crash detection.” Granting permissions for location, physical activity, and microphone access is necessary for the feature to function correctly.
Overall, Google’s Car crash detection feature on Pixel phones aims to automatically notify emergency services and share the user’s location in the event of a severe car accident. This expansion to include India and other countries highlights the company’s commitment to improving user safety through innovative technology.
