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Testing Pixel Watch 4 Safety: Satellite SOS Added, LTE Required

Google includes two years of satellite data with emergencies handled by Garmin’s response center.

Overview

  • Satellite messaging is restricted to emergencies and works through text exchanges that you can answer with the watch keyboard or voice-to-text.
  • Only the LTE model supports satellite connectivity and other phone-free safety tools, and voice calls still require a separate carrier plan.
  • During a satellite emergency, the watch confirms GPS, collects details about the situation, and shows an on-screen guide to position for a satellite link before contacting responders and chosen contacts.
  • Emergency Sharing lets you broadcast real-time location to selected contacts, while Safety Check starts a timer that alerts them if you do not confirm you are safe.
  • Automatic protections include fall detection, car crash detection, and loss-of-pulse detection, which can place an emergency call with your location if you do not respond.