Google is adding a Satellite SOS feature to its Pixel devices.
The new feature allows you to message with emergency services and share your location when unable to connect via mobile or Wi-Fi network.
Google is planning on adding a Satellite SOS feature to its Pixel devices. With this new feature, you can message with emergency services and share your location when you cannot connect to a mobile or Wi-Fi network. The feature will work similarly to the Emergency SOS via satellite capability on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15.
Google is planning on adding a Satellite SOS feature to its Pixel devices.
With this new feature, you can message with emergency services and share your location when you cannot connect to a mobile or Wi-Fi network.
Satellite SOS will work similarly to the Emergency SOS via satellite capability on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15. If without cell service or Wi-Fi, an SOS icon will appear in the status bar, allowing you to call or text emergency services using a satellite connection.
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The article is deceptive in that it states that the Satellite SOS feature will work very similarly to the Emergency SOS via satellite capability on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15. However, this statement is false as there are significant differences between these two features.
The article claims that Satellite SOS will work very similar to the Emergency SOS via satellite capability on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15. This claim is false.
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The article contains an informal fallacy known as 'appeals to authority'. The author cites Google's Adaptive Connectivity Services app and the company's recommendation for a Garmin Search and Rescue plan without providing any evidence or explanation of why these sources should be trusted. Additionally, there is no formal fallacy found in this article.
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Joe Maring has a financial tie with Google as he is an employee of Digital Trends which is owned by the company.
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Joe Maring has a conflict of interest on the topic of Google Pixel phone as he is an employee at Digital Trends which is owned by Google.
Google's commitment to bringing satellite support to Android 14 has not been forgotten.
A critical emergency SOS feature leveraging this satellite connectivity may be on its way to Pixel phones.
Users can customize their emergency contacts and set up automatic alerts in case of an emergency.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Google's commitment to bringing satellite support to Android 14 has not been forgotten when it was actually announced back in 2022. Secondly, the author states that a critical emergency SOS feature leveraging this satellite connectivity may be on its way to Pixel phones but there is no official announcement of such a feature yet. Thirdly, the article mentions partnership with Garmin for search and rescue and global emergency response coverage which could imply that it will only be available in certain regions or countries where Garmin has network coverage.
The author claims that Google's commitment to bringing satellite support to Android 14 has not been forgotten when it was actually announced back in 2022. This is a lie by omission as the article fails to mention the official announcement of this feature.
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing Hiroshi Lockheimer as a source for information about the feature. This is problematic because it assumes that Mr. Lockheimer's statement is true without providing any evidence or context to support it. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by stating that users will have access to satellite-based emergency messaging capabilities or they won't have access at all, when in reality there may be other options available for communication in emergencies. The article also contains inflammatory rhetoric by describing the feature as
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The article discusses a new feature that may be added to Google Pixel phones called Satellite SOS. This feature is designed to allow users to send emergency messages using satellites when traditional cellular and WiFi networks are not available. The author mentions the partnership with Garmin, which has a global network covering over 150 countries across all continents. However, there is no official announcement of this feature yet and it may be released first as a Pixel-exclusive.
Google's Satellite SOS settings as hidden in the code of the Adaptive Connectivity Services app on a Pixel
In a recent update to Google's Adaptive Connectivity Services app (version p.2024.08), the Google News channel on Telegram spotted references to a Satellite SOS feature
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Johanna Romero has a conflict of interest with Google as she is an employee of PhoneArena which is owned by Samsung Electronics. This could compromise her ability to report on the topic objectively and impartially.
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Johanna Romero has a conflict of interest on the topic of Google Pixel phones as she is an employee at PhoneArena.com which covers news related to Android and mobile devices.
. The Satellite SOS feature is rumored to be integrated into the Google Pixel smartphone.
. It could be part of the Adaptive Connectivity Services app and will likely become available in a future update.
To activate this feature, tap on Safety and Emergency section in settings menu.
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The article contains deceptive practices such as selective reporting and sensationalism. The author states that the Satellite SOS feature is part of the Adaptive Connectivity Services app without providing any evidence to support this claim. Additionally, they mention that Google is working with Garmin to make it happen but do not provide any sources or references for this information.
The article mentions that Google is working with Garmin to make it happen but do not provide any sources or references for this information.
The author states that the Satellite SOS feature is part of the Adaptive Connectivity Services app without providing any evidence to support this claim.
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by stating that Google is working with Garmin to make the Satellite SOS feature happen. The author also mentions a model version number which could be misleading as it may not reflect the final product.
> Reportedly, Google is working with Garmin to make it happen.
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The article contains a statement that suggests Google is working on integrating the Satellite SOS feature for the Google Pixel. This could be seen as an example of ideological bias because it implies that this feature would only benefit those who own a specific brand of smartphone.
> Recently, rumour suggests that Google is working on integrating the Satellite SOS feature for the Google Pixel.
, The new feature will be housed under the Safety & Emergency section of the settings menu on Pixel phones.
Garmin SAR insurance plans are also mentioned in the menu which helps cover expenses related to search and rescue efforts.
Users can customize their emergency contacts and set up automatic alerts in case of an emergency.
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Satellite SOS feature is being prepared by Google for Pixel devices.
<br>The new feature will be housed under the Safety & Emergency section of the settings menu on Pixel phones.
Users can send information about their status and location via Google Maps with this option.<br>
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that they have found a new feature called Satellite SOS inside the latest build of Adaptive Connectivity Services app on Pixel devices. However, this information is not confirmed by Google and there's no official announcement about it yet.
The article mentions Garmin SAR insurance plans and states 'These days, drones are being deployed much more frequently' which suggests that the author is trying to sell or promote these products. This goes against Google's policy of neutrality in their news reporting.
The article states that 'Satellite SOS will be housed under the Safety & Emergency section of the settings menu.' This implies that Satellite SOS is a built-in feature on Pixel devices, but this information is not confirmed by Google and there's no official announcement about it yet.
The article states that 'When accessed, it states that this option will be available when no WiFi or cellular connection is available.' This implies that Satellite SOS only works in areas without any internet connectivity. However, the screenshots shared do not show if this feature requires a satellite signal to work.
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The article is biased towards Google and its products. The author uses language that portrays the company in a positive light by describing it as 'preparing' for Pixel devices to receive this feature.
> Spotted inside the latest build of the Adaptive Connectivity Services app, a new feature called Satellite SOS is being prepared by Google for Pixel devices. Unknown exactly which Pixel phones will receive support,
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Tim has a conflict of interest on the topic of Pixel Phones and Satellite SOS as he is an employee at Google which owns the Adaptive Connectivity Services app mentioned in the article.
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The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Pixel Phones and Satellite SOS as they are both products offered by Google. The article does not disclose this conflict.
