You can send live video to 911 from your Android phone in seconds now - here's how

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Android users can now share live video with 911 operators.
• The telecommunicator initiates the request.
• The feature is available on devices with Android 8 or higher.

Calling 911 can be stressful, and effectively communicating details can be tough. A new Android feature aims to fix that problem.

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Starting today, Android users can share live video with 911 telecommunicators, who can then better assess a situation, offer help, or give step-by-step guidance. If you're calling about a tree that's fallen across a road, for example, you can show exactly where the tree is. Or, 911 workers might be able to walk someone through CPR until emergency services arrive.

How it works

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