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Apple Emergency SOS Live Video Now Available in Brazil

Apple has launched its Emergency SOS Live Video feature in Brazil, enabling users to share live video with emergency services. The feature utilizes RapidSOS technology to enhance emergency response.

27 August 2026
Apple Emergency SOS Live Video Now Available in Brazil

Apple's Emergency SOS Live Video service is now available in Brazil, allowing users to share live video with emergency dispatchers during critical situations. This expansion aims to improve the speed and effectiveness of emergency responses.

The feature, developed in partnership with RapidSOS, enables iPhone users to send video directly to emergency services. This provides first responders with crucial visual information about the incident, aiding in situation assessment and resource allocation.

RapidSOS provides the underlying technology platform that facilitates the secure transmission of data, including video, from user devices to public safety answering points. This collaboration ensures that critical information can be shared efficiently when seconds count.

Emergency SOS Live Video is designed to assist in various emergency scenarios where visual context can be vital for understanding and managing the situation. The service is intended to supplement existing emergency communication methods.

This launch in Brazil follows similar rollouts in other regions, reflecting Apple's ongoing commitment to enhancing user safety features across its global product ecosystem.

Original source: prnewswire.com