I have called 911 as a bystander before, usually noticing something on the road or some other situation when driving on the highway. Although I am not afraid to call 911 to notify them, before calling, I think thoroughly about doing so and evaluate the situation appropriately. The operators also ask questions, like is the object on the road, was there anyone in the car in the ditch, they’ve already been notified, etc. Why does Apple get to play by different rules and operate more recklessly?
From the article, none of the automated calls were an emergency situation. Humans don’t react well to false positives, and over time, those calls will be handled with much less priority or attention.
In the particular situation of skiing, they have their own patrols. I’m not aware of endemic situations where people are injured but not discovered or helped.
My issue is that Apple is using emergency services as the last mile implementation rather than handling it themselves.
From the article, none of the automated calls were an emergency situation. Humans don’t react well to false positives, and over time, those calls will be handled with much less priority or attention.
In the particular situation of skiing, they have their own patrols. I’m not aware of endemic situations where people are injured but not discovered or helped.
My issue is that Apple is using emergency services as the last mile implementation rather than handling it themselves.