The new Pixel feature update also adds the Magic Eraser to all Pixel phones, adds Fall Detection for the Pixel Watch, and the Direct My Call update for Pixel 4a and above smartphones.
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Google is now rolling out fall detection capabilities on the Google Pixel Watch which comes with motion sensors that detect when the user falls and calls for help in case of an emergency.
Samsung is releasing a new update for several Galaxy Watch devices. It introduces Fall Detection sensitivity settings, new watch faces, an update to Group Challenge and an expansion of Health Monitor.
Apple is planning to bring a crash detection feature to the iPhone and the Apple Watch which will automatically dial emergency services in case of a hard crash using the help of inbuilt sensors.
Fall detection was one of the new features touted by Apple with respect to the latest iteration of its Watch. However, it appears the function is only automatically enabled for those aged 65 or over.
