It’s not uncommon to hear about how an Apple Watch has saved someone’s life, whether by monitoring their health or calling for help in an emergency. Recently, a diver in Mumbai experienced firsthand how Apple’s wearables can be a lifesaver in unexpected ways.
The story featured Kshitij Zodape, a 26-year-old techie from Mumbai who was scuba diving near Puducherry when he encountered a life-threatening situation. Fortunately, Zodape was wearing an Apple Watch Ultra, equipped with an 86-decibel siren that can be heard up to 600 feet away. This feature, often overlooked, played a crucial role in his rescue.
Zodape found himself in trouble when his weight belt came unstuck while diving underwater. As he rapidly ascended, unable to control his ascent or call for help, his Apple Watch Ultra’s siren started blaring, alerting his instructor to the danger.
– Divya Bhati, India Today
As Zodape continued to ascend at a dangerous rate, his Apple Watch warned him to slow down. When he failed to do so, the siren automatically activated, catching the attention of his instructor who rescued him from a potentially fatal situation.
Although Zodape was unaware of the siren feature, its activation was attributed to the depth sensor detecting the problem. However, Apple does not officially document an automatic activation mode for the siren, raising questions about how it was triggered in this instance.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the siren’s activation, Zodape’s story had a happy ending. He even received a personal reply from Apple CEO Tim Cook, expressing gratitude for sharing his experience.
Overall, this incident highlights the life-saving potential of Apple’s technology, showcasing how a simple wearable device can make a significant difference in critical situations.
