TechProtect yourself: Phone feature could be your safety net

Protect yourself: Phone feature could be your safety net

In today's world, filled with various threats, it's beneficial to know that your phone can significantly enhance your safety. A particular feature can be extremely useful, especially during meetings with strangers.

One feature in the phone will increase the sense of security.
One feature in the phone will increase the sense of security.
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8:59 AM EST, November 4, 2024

We live in a world with many different threats, but are you aware that your phone can greatly enhance your safety? There's a feature that is particularly useful during encounters with strangers. Find out if your phone has it too!

This function on your phone can enhance your safety

Our times are quite dangerous, so it's important to always be cautious and choose your acquaintances wisely. Many people are unaware that some phones come equipped with a practical feature. This feature enhances user safety, which can be crucial during online dating meetings. Be sure to check the availability of this feature on your device, as it can save you from distress!

Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. Modern cell phones facilitate calling and assist in many daily tasks. They are particularly useful during events like blind dates where we meet someone unknown. In such situations, maintaining a certain distance and caution is always advisable.

How to enable the safety feature on your phone?

It's not about becoming paranoid and thinking everyone can be a threat. However, it's essential to always keep your safety in mind. This is where a certain function available on some phones becomes handy. What is it, and how can you activate it?

This function automatically sends an emergency SMS message to a previously selected person. It is available in most iPhone models, so it's worth checking if your phone offers this option. You'll find detailed instructions on how to enable it on the TikTok account @smartspotcompl.

This function is designed to increase your safety level. According to the instructions, in the SMS menu, you need to choose a trusted person, click the plus icon, and then find the feature called "let them know" in the phone settings.

Select this function, edit, and set a timer so that the emergency message is sent automatically after a specified time. If you plan to meet an unknown person, you can set the SMS to reach someone close to you after, for example, two hours.

If you don't contact the chosen person within an additional 15 minutes after sending the message, they will receive an SMS with your location. This is very useful because, thanks to this feature, the phone can increase your safety.

Source: TikTok @smartspotcompl.

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