RapidSOS Takes Platinum in 2016 ‘ AS- TORS ’ Awards
Volume 9
RapidSOS Takes Platinum in 2016 ‘ AS- TORS ’ Awards
Champions Edition
( 180 million mobile 9-1-1 calls are made each year , most without precise location data . Haven provides a pipeline for data from smartphones to first responders in an emergency – sending unparalleled information when it matters most . Courtesy of RapidSOS and YouTube .)
Haven presents a seamless pipeline for data from an individual ’ s device into 9-1-1 dispatcher systems . Haven replaces a singular copper wire voice connection with a robust data link between users and 9-1-1 .
Michael Martin ( at right ), Co-Founder and CEO , and Nick
Horelik , Co-Founder and CTO of RapidSOS
RapidSOS Haven , a ground-breaking safety and security app , has won the 2016 ‘ ASTORS ’ Platinum Award , for Best Emergency Mobile Technology Solution .
In an emergency , Haven provides dispatchers and first responders with critical information , accelerating response and saving time and lives . The app is available for download on iOS and Android devices .
Haven represents a transformation in access to emergency services – from a phone call solely dependent on voice to a robust data connection for voice , text , medical and demographic data , and even live video in some parts of the country .
RapidSOS Haven , ushers in a new age of emergency communication and personal safety
With one tap , a user is connected to the nearest dispatch center with voice and a variety of data including GPS location , type of emergency , contact information , and relevant medical and demographic information .
Haven also provides universal texting to 9-1-1 , a significant breakthrough for the estimated 48 million3 Americans that are deaf or hard of hearing or the 12 million4 Americans that face domestic violence every year .
Prior to Haven , people could only send text messages to 6 % 5 of dispatcher centers across the country .
In addition to transmitting advanced data to 9-1- 1 , Haven also notifies a user ’ s emergency contacts , ensuring that families and communities are connected and informed when they need it most .
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