Apple Watch Ultra's Emergency SOS Saves Australian Man from Deadly Ocean Rip Current

On July 13, 2024, Rick Shearman was body surfing near Byron Bay, Australia, when he got caught in a rip current and ended up 1.6km from shore. Exhausted and cramping, he used the Emergency SOS feature on his Apple Watch Ultra to call for help. Thanks to this timely call, emergency services were able to locate and rescue him. This incident highlights the life-saving capabilities of the Apple Watch Ultra, particularly its Emergency SOS feature. The article also mentions that Apple is expected to add satellite connectivity to the next iteration of the Apple Watch Ultra, which could further enhance its safety features.