The crash detection feature on the new iPhone 14 is a life-saving one. However, the feature is triggered during roller coaster rides and contacting emergency services.
Mistaken case of crash detection on iPhone 14
As per a report in The Wall Street Journal, several iPhone 14 and Pro users at amusement parks across the US are complaining about the crash detection feature on their devices. The new feature is also available on Apple Watch Series 8, Ultra, and SE. The feature is contacting emergency services and their contacts that the users are in car crashes. However, they’ve ridden the roller coaster.
The trigger is likely a result of sudden breaking and movement, causing the phone’s sensor to misinterpret it. As per the new report, at least six cases have occurred across the US where emergency services were called for false alarms. In response to this, an Apple spokesperson stated the firm tested the feature using over one million hours of crash data. Additionally, real-world driving analysis was used. Tests with varying results have been done to test the accuracy of the feature.
More on the feature
The Wall Street Journal also conducted tests in a junkyard where iPhone 14 failed to notice some crashes. However, in response, Apple stated the conditions did not provide the phones with enough factors to trigger an alert. According to the firm, iPhones were not connected via Bluetooth or CarPlay. Additionally, they may have not traveled enough before the impact. Hence, the device failed in registering the crash.
The crash detection feature uses several factors including the rapid deceleration of the vehicle. When it detects a crash, the device shows a warning and a 10-second countdown, giving the users time to cancel the call. However, once it is over, the device sends a message to the emergency response and contacts the emergency response.