[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Connectivity

emergency SOS

A feature that contacts emergency services, sometimes via satellite.

Also known as: SOS mode

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Emergency SOS places emergency calls quickly, often by holding a button combination, and increasingly supports satellite messaging where there is no cellular coverage.

See satellite SOS.

Where emergency SOS Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is emergency SOS?

A feature that contacts emergency services, sometimes via satellite.

What terms are related to emergency SOS?

Related Connectivity terms include dual-SIM 5G, satellite SOS.

Related Technical Terms

dual-SIM 5G
A phone with two SIM slots that can each use 5G data. Connectivity
satellite SOS
Emergency messaging sent over satellite when cellular coverage is unavailable. Connectivity
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