Rick Shearman was swept away by rough seas while bodysurfing in Byron Bay, Australia. Despite being an experienced surfer, he couldn’t return to shore after 20 minutes and needed help. Using his Apple Watch Ultra with a built-in cellular connection, he called emergency services, who stayed on the line for an hour until he was rescued. The Apple Watch, certified waterproof up to 100 meters, was crucial in saving his life, highlighting its lifesaving capabilities.
Read more – https://9to5mac.com/2024/07/15/man-apple-watch-emergency-water/
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