The 'GEKO' Safety Whistle Sends Alerts to Emergency Contacts When Used
Michael Hemsworth — January 24, 2017 — Tech
References: mygekogear & thegadgetflow
The 'GEKO' smart safety whistle is a new piece of technology that will help to make solo endeavors that much safer thanks to a design that connects users to their smartphone for emergency purposes.
The 'GEKO' whistle features Bluetooth and GPS technology that work together to alert designated contacts of a problem if they whistle is used. This works whether the whistle is blown or the built-in panic button is pressed for two-seconds. This activation will send a text, call or email to the set contacts with your GPS location and will send an update every three minutes to ensure the user is easily trackable.
The 'GEKO' smart safety whistle comes in several color options and has a slim, discreet design that can be carried virtually anywhere and utilized when need be.
The 'GEKO' whistle features Bluetooth and GPS technology that work together to alert designated contacts of a problem if they whistle is used. This works whether the whistle is blown or the built-in panic button is pressed for two-seconds. This activation will send a text, call or email to the set contacts with your GPS location and will send an update every three minutes to ensure the user is easily trackable.
The 'GEKO' smart safety whistle comes in several color options and has a slim, discreet design that can be carried virtually anywhere and utilized when need be.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Safety Devices - The integration of GPS and Bluetooth technology in safety devices opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in personal safety solutions.
2. Emergency Communication - The ability to send instant alerts with GPS location to designated contacts has the potential to disrupt the emergency communication industry and improve response times.
3. Compact Wearable Technology - The slim and discreet design of GPS-enabled safety whistles paves the way for disruptive innovation in compact wearable technology for personal safety.
Industry Implications
1. Personal Safety - The integration of GPS and Bluetooth technology in safety whistles presents disruptive innovation opportunities in personal safety products and solutions.
2. Emergency Services - The use of GPS-enabled safety whistles with instant alerts can disrupt traditional emergency response systems and improve coordination between emergency services and individuals in distress.
3. Wearable Technology - The compact and versatile design of GPS-enabled safety whistles opens up disruptive innovation possibilities in the wearable technology industry, particularly for personal safety devices.
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