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How to Enable Emergency SOS on iPhone (Any)
Follow these simple steps to enable emergency sos on your iPhone (Any). Each step is one action โ nice and easy.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Open Settings.
- 2
Tap "Emergency SOS".
- 3
Enable "Call with Hold and Release".
- 4
Set up emergency contacts in the Health app.
Helpful Tip
Emergency SOS works even when your phone is locked.
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