摘要 |
A wearable, networked device and system for initiating an alert signal is provided. According to one embodiment, the wearable device includes a processor and a radiofrequency transceiver, such that the device may be in wireless connection with a communications module and the global positioning system (GPS). The communications module may be embodied by a cellular phone, smartphone, satellite phone, tablet computer, etc. In another aspect, the user of the system may enter personal information, contact information and preferences into communications module using a mobile application. Upon actuation of the wearable device, a message including the user's GPS-determined location and selected information entered by the user may be sent to pre-selected contacts or a response center. Accordingly, the invention provides quick, single-handed, wireless, uninterruptible way of calling for help. |