09-05-2025
Emergency SOS: How to set up alerts and calling on iPhone and Android amid India-Pakistan conflict
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Emergency Calling on iPhone
Using the Side Button (Emergency SOS)
Press and hold the Side button + one of the Volume buttons
Keep holding both buttons until the Emergency SOS slider appears.
Drag the Emergency SOS slider
This will immediately call local emergency services (e.g., 112 or 100 in India, 911 in the U.S.).
Or continue holding to auto-call
If you keep holding the buttons, a loud countdown will begin and the call will be placed automatically (you can turn this on/off in Settings).
Emergency calling on Android
Quickly press the Power Button 5 times (this can also be configured)
Send location to emergency contacts.
Start a call to emergency services
Share your status updates in real-time (on supported phones).
In times of geopolitical tension , such as the current strain between India and Pakistan, staying connected and informed becomes critically important. Whether you're in an affected area or want to ensure your loved ones can reach you in an emergency, activating your phone's emergency messaging and alerts features is a smart precaution. Both Android and iPhone offer built-in tools that allow users to quickly notify contacts, share real-time location, request help, and receive critical government-issued emergency alerts. This guide will walk you through how to enable and use these life-saving features on your to turn on emergency alerts on and tap on the Settings icon on your iPhone's home section manages all your alert preferences, including emergency and government scrolling down past your app list until you see the section titled Government Alerts (in some regions, this may be titled differently, like Emergency Alerts).You'll see options like:How to turn on emergency alerts on AndroidTap on the Settings icon from your home screen or app drawer.(If you don't see this, try searching 'Emergency alerts' in the Settings search bar.)This may also appear under Advanced, More settings, or Cell broadcast depending on your phone model (e.g., Samsung, OnePlus, Pixel).Make sure Wireless Emergency Alerts are typically see:Test alerts (can usually be enabled/disabled here)Some devices let you choose how the alerts behave—whether they vibrate, override Do Not Disturb, or play a specific iPhone sends a message with your current location to your emergency set contacts, go to: Settings > Health > Medical ID > Edit > Emergency ContactsWe sincerely hope that none of our readers ever encounter a situation where these features become necessary. Nevertheless, taking precautionary measures is always wise. We strongly encourage you to ensure these emergency settings are activated on your devices for your safety and peace of mind.
