{"id":10408,"date":"2023-09-29T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/tech\/?p=10408"},"modified":"2023-09-27T20:31:44","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T20:31:44","slug":"how-to-turn-off-sos-on-iphone-easy-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/tech\/apple\/how-to-turn-off-sos-on-iphone-easy-step-by-step-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Turn Off SOS On iPhone: Easy Step-By-Step Guide","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you have accidentally triggered the Emergency SOS feature or want to disable it for any reason, you may be wondering how to turn off SOS on your iPhone. Apple\u2019s Emergency SOS feature is meant to save critical time reaching emergency services and contacts. In fact, devices in the iPhone 14 lineup and later can even send alerts via satellite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, if the feature is always triggered accidentally, say via Crash Detection, children, or your pocket, you can disable it (almost) entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The iPhone’s Emergency SOS feature can be activated by pressing the side button or the volume button repeatedly. This feature is designed to quickly call emergency services in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fortunately, turning off the Emergency SOS feature on your iPhone is a simple process. You can do it directly from your iPhone\u2019s settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
SOS stands for \u201cSave Our Souls\u201d or \u201cSave Our Ship.\u201d It is a feature that allows you to quickly call for help in an emergency situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you activate SOS on your iPhone, it automatically calls the local emergency services number and sends a message to your emergency contacts. This lets them know that you need help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The SOS feature is especially useful if you find yourself in a dangerous situation and need to call for help quickly. It is also helpful if you\u2019re in an area with poor cell reception and need to call for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The feature is available on all iPhones running iOS 11 or later, and it is easy to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you make a call with SOS, your iPhone will call the local emergency number automatically and share your location information with the emergency services. In some countries and regions, you may need to choose the service that you need. For example, in China mainland, you can choose police, fire, or ambulance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When SOS appears in your iPhone status bar, it means a mobile network is available for emergency calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also add emergency contacts. After an emergency call has ended, your iPhone can alert your emergency contacts with a text message, unless you choose to cancel this option. Your iPhone will send your current location, and for a period of time after entering SOS mode, your emergency contacts will receive updates when your location changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On iPhone 14, you can even use Emergency SOS via satellite to text the emergency services when no mobile and Wi-Fi coverage is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the call has ended, your iPhone will send your emergency contacts a text message with your current location, unless you choose to cancel. If Location Services is turned off, it will turn on temporarily. If your location changes, your contacts will get an update and you’ll receive a notification about 10 minutes later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models, your phone can call the emergency services and send a message to your emergency contacts when a severe car crash is detected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you find the Emergency SOS feature on your iPhone to be more of a nuisance than a help, you can easily turn it off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also toggle off the Call with Side Button option if you don\u2019t want to accidentally trigger the Emergency SOS feature when you\u2019re trying to turn off your iPhone or take a screenshot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important to note that even if you turn off the Auto Call option, you can still use the Emergency SOS feature manually by swiping right on the Lock screen and tapping the Emergency SOS button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the SOS feature can be a lifesaver in certain situations, it can also be a nuisance if you accidentally trigger it or if it goes off when you don\u2019t need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few reasons why you might want to turn off SOS on your iPhone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turning off the SOS feature on your iPhone is easy and can help prevent any accidental calls to emergency services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you prefer using voice commands, you can also disable SOS on your iPhone using Siri. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t want to go through the Settings app to turn off SOS, you can also do it through the Control Center. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important to note that disabling Emergency SOS on your iPhone means that you won\u2019t be able to use it in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, make sure you\u2019re comfortable with turning it off before doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, if you\u2019re in a situation where you need to call emergency services, you can still do so by dialing 911 or your local emergency number directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re seeing \u201cSOS\u201d or \u201cSOS only\u201d in your iPhone\u2019s status bar, that means regular cellular service is unavailable. You may however be able to make calls to emergency numbers like 911, or \u2014 if you have an iPhone 14 or better \u2014 send satellite alerts. If nearby Wi-Fi is working, you can use that too if you have the right login info.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Typically the only way to fix the situation is by walking, riding, or driving to a place with better cellular coverage. If you\u2019re in a spot that should have a decent signal, however, there are a few other things you can try (in no particular order):<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A phone that\u2019s stuck in emergency mode can be a real pain. The phone won\u2019t charge, won\u2019t turn on, won\u2019t shut down, and may just display an \u201cemergency\u201d graphic. After powering down the phone and turning it back on, the phone may still display the emergency logo and no cellular network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you notice the emergency calls-only option on your screen, it might be due to some sort of issue with your cell phone carrier or due to some kind of software problem. This error also might show up if you haven\u2019t paid your cell phone bill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, the most common reason for this issue is incorrectly inserting the SIM card, a minor software glitch, or an incompatible network mode. Here are ways to fix it;<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is one of the most common reasons for seeing the emergency calls only error. You can easily fix this issue by setting the SIM card in the correct position. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Almost all Android phones nowadays come with multiple network modes to choose from. It could be due to your service provider not supporting the current network mode you\u2019re on. You can try switching from 5G to 4G, 4G to 3G, and so on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To do this, unlock your phone and head to the settings application. Click on Wifi & Network and select SIM and Network. Click on the Preferred network type and choose an alternated network mode. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the above-mentioned method does not solve your issue, you can try manually selecting a network provider. Usually, your Android device chooses the network to connect to automatically. However, if your phone says emergency calls only, you can try switching to a different network altogether. To do this, follow the steps provided below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If none of the solutions above work for you, you can try resetting the network settings of your Android phone. To do this, simply unlock your phone and head to the settings application. Go to system settings, and click on Backup and reset. Select reset and click on Reset network settings. Verify with your screen lock, and your settings will be reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can try powering your phone off and then on again to see if that resolves the issue with the Emergency Mode. Simply press the power key to turn the phone off, wait a minute, and then turn it back on. If the phone still remains in Emergency Mode after this, some devices with non-removable batteries offer a simulated battery pull as an alternative method to try. This can sometimes fix stubborn issues like this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To perform a simulated battery pull, you may need to refer to the documentation for your specific phone model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n