Wearsafe Launches Safety Service for Android Wear

HARTFORD, Conn., July 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Wearsafe Labs, creators of the Wearsafe Personal Safety Service, today announced Wearsafe for Android Wear to give users the power to send an instant alert for help directly from their Android watch face. Support for Android Wear comes on the heels of Wearsafe's Apple Watch release, which further demonstrates the company's commitment to providing a personal safety solution that fits into a consumer's lifestyle.

"At Wearsafe, we're building technology that redefines the way we signal for help," said Dave Benoit, CEO and co-founder of Wearsafe. "Engineered to seamlessly integrate with the connected devices consumers can't live without, Wearsafe offers users the quiet confidence to feel more secure and prepared during an emergency or distress event. We're excited to support Android Wear, as it's an important step in our strategy to be the world's personal safety companion, and we look forward to expanding our service to support additional devices in the near future."

Personal safety devices are in-demand, with a recent Ericsson survey revealing 50 percent of respondents were very interested in concepts like panic buttons and wearable location trackers. Wearsafe's proprietary technology pairs remotely with a smartphone, unlocking a modern-day panic button for situations when dialing a phone would delay assistance.

Previously, the Wearsafe Tag was required to prompt Wearsafe's service, which instantly shares the user's GPS location and continuous audio stream with their pre-selected network of family, friends or co-workers. With Android Wear support, users have all the features and functionality, with the added benefit of sending alerts directly from their Android Wear watchface.

How Wearsafe for Android Wear Works

• When activated, Wearsafe opens a group chat among predetermined friends and family contacted through email, text and push notifications. The contacts can then determine the best course of action after receiving the user's location and audio data.
• Contacts can communicate with one another instantly, and can call emergency responders directly from the app if needed.
• Both the Wearsafe Tag and Android Wear app pair remotely with a smartphone, allowing users to discreetly call for help while keeping their phone out of sight. When pressed, the Tag or Android Wear vibrates to let the user know the alert has been sent. It also vibrates each time someone in their network views an alert so they know help is on the way.

With support for both Android Wear and Apple Watch, Wearsafe has the potential to reach 75 percent of the global smartwatch market share.

Wearsafe also announced its 1.9 release, simplifying the process to become a Wearsafe Responder. With the latest update, Wearsafe is giving anyone the ability to accept network invitations and view Wearsafe alerts right from a web browser. Responders can opt to receive alerts by email and text using wearsafe.help, or can download the app for free.

"You shouldn't have to jump through hoops to answer a call for help," Benoit said. "With this update, we're making it easier than ever to spring into action and help the people you love and care about when they are in need."

For more information on setup, read the setup guide here: https://wearsafe.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Wearsafe-Setup-Guides__ResponderOnly_Updated_2017.pdf

Availability

Wearsafe for Android Wear supports both Android Wear 1.0 and 2.0, and is available on Google Play.

To learn more about Wearsafe, visit: https://wearsafe.com

About Wearsafe

Wearsafe is a leading developer of advanced wearable safety products designed to revolutionize the way you live your life. Wearsafe's products marry cutting edge technology with individual and institutional demand for personal safety. The company's vision is to change the perception of safety and security products, from solely protecting locations and property, to protecting individuals, wherever they may be. For more info, please contact [email protected].

SOURCE Wearsafe

Related Links

http://www.wearsafe.com