Google Pixel’s car crash detection feature is finally expanding to more countries. Android expert Mishaal Rahman discovered that Google has quietly updated its support page for Pixel car crash detection to include five new countries: Austria, Belgium, India, Portugal, and Switzerland. This brings the total number of countries where the car safety feature is available to 20.

Pixel Car Crash Detection

However, the feature is still limited to 11 languages and is only available on Pixel 4a and newer models in new countries—even though car crash detection supports Pixel models as old as the Pixel 3.

What is Pixel Car Crash Detection?

Car crash detection is a safety feature in the Personal Safety app on Pixel phones. When turned on, it uses sensors to detect a crash. If one is detected, the phone vibrates and rings loudly. You have 60 seconds to swipe “I’m OK” or “Call 911.” If you don’t respond, the phone automatically dials the local emergency services, and shares your real-time location.

If you tap “I’m OK,” you will be prompted to choose between three options: “No crash,” “Minor crash,” and “Call 112.”

If you do call emergency services, you will again have prompts to choose whether it’s a “Medical,” “Fire,” or “Police” emergency, so you can alert emergency responders without speaking. You can also set up emergency contacts and share your status with them in an accident.

Pixel’s car crash detection feature was first introduced in 2019 and has been praised for its accuracy and reliability. Apple added a similar feature to its iPhones in 2021.

This expansion is welcome news for Pixel users in the new countries. Car crash detection is a potentially life-saving feature that can help first responders reach accident victims more quickly.

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