How to register for "emergency call / emergency information" for Android smartphones?Introduction of how to confirm

In the unlikely event that you have an accident while you are out, or you have an unusual condition, and you want to make a 119 call immediately, the lock of your smartphone may be in the way.For such a case, Android smartphones can be urgently reported even in locking.

Android smartphones also have a function that allows other people to check information such as emergency contacts and history.If you remember how to confirm them, it would be useful if your acquaintance suddenly worsened.

In this article, we will introduce Google Pixel 5 as an example, an emergency call method and how to check the emergency information.Although there are some differences in the screen etc. depending on the model, if you are an Android, all models have similar functions, so please refer to them.

An Android smartphone can be used for emergency calls even when locked

In the Android smartphone, if you tap [Emergency call] at the bottom of the lock screen or the pattern input screen, the key pad will be displayed and you will not need to unlock (110, 119, 118, 118.It can be transmitted to three types).

No. 110 is police, 119 is firefighting, and 118 is connected to the Japan Coast Guard.If you have an accident at the sea, such as surfing or water motorcycles, or want help, call to 118.

Emergency location information service that informs the current location during emergency call

The Android smartphone also has an emergency location information service (ELS) so that the opponent can quickly identify the current location when an emergency call is made.If this is turned on, the location information of the smartphone sent during the emergency call will be sent, which will be useful for identifying the caller.

In Japan, the communication company is required to automatically notify the location information during emergency calls, regardless of the setting on / off.However, it can be used when traveling abroad, albeit in some countries, so let's set it as a preparation.

Tap "Settings" ▶ [Location information] ▶ [Detailed Settings].

Tap [Emergency position information service] and turn on [Send location information from ELS].

You can also refer to emergency information

If you want to confirm the emergency information, tap the part that says [Display emergency information] at the top of the emergency call key pad screen.You can see "emergency information" in advance on your smartphone.

If someone nearby falls down and you are not conscious, you can disclose the information displayed here to medical professionals to check blood type or chronic illness.

Emergency information items include names, addresses, blood types, allergies, taking the medicine you are taking, the intention of providing organs, the health status, and the emergency contact.In this, only the registered items are displayed in advance.Emergency contacts can be made in the same way as emergency calls by tapping the smartphone even when the smartphone is locked.

How to register an emergency information

Emergency information can be registered from the device information of the settings.

Tap "Settings" ▶ [Device information] ▶ [Emergency information].

Tap [Medical Information].

If you tap each item, the input screen will be displayed. Select or enter if necessary.It is not necessary to enter all items, and even if there is a [unknown] or an unprecedented part, it can be set without any problem.

If you select [Emergency Contact] on the [Emergency Information Settings] screen, you can add an emergency contact information displayed in the emergency information.The contact information is a form that selects the number registered in the address book and cannot be manually input.For example, it is a good idea to register your family.

Advantages obtained by registering emergency information

If you register an emergency information, if you have a chronic illness, you will be more likely to have the initial response smoothly when you fall down with a sudden attack.Even if you have a traffic accident, if anyone knows how to see this emergency information, it is easy to contact your family, so it is important for those who assist and healthcare professionals.

Precautions when registering emergency information

It is an emergency information that is useful in case of emergency, but there are some things to keep in mind.Since the registered information can be viewed without unlocking, anyone can see personal information such as name, address, and emergency contact phone number.Be careful about how long you register, as it may be seen by others when you lose it.

Let's register only for the minimum item in case of emergency

In the unlikely event that you need to remember how to make emergency calls without unlocking, and how to access emergency information.It will be useful not only for yourself but also for helping others.While paying attention to personal information, register only the minimum items in case of emergency.