You can now share live video with emergency services on Android

Google launched Android Emergency Live Video on Wednesday, which allows people to stream video when calling emergency responders. This feature can help give first responders additional context in circumstances such as car accidents, fires, or medical crises.

There is no setup required to use this feature. Alternatively, during an emergency call or text message, the sender can send a request to your device. After that, you can opt in to share your camera’s live video, which is encrypted and can be turned off at your discretion.

“With one click, you can start broadcasting securely from your camera, allowing responders to quickly assess the situation and get the right help to you in the moment,” Google wrote in a message. Blog post. “This real-time view can also help them guide you through life-saving steps, such as CPR, until help arrives.”

Both Google and Apple offer a range of security features on their devices, such as emergency SOS services, crash detection, fall detection, and satellite positioning services.

Android Emergency Live Video will be supported on Android phones running Android 8 or later. So far, this feature will be rolled out in the United States and certain regions in Germany and Mexico.