Google is rolling out a new safety feature on Android that lets emergency responders see what’s happening right in front of you.
The feature, called Emergency Live Video, allows dispatchers to request live video from your phone during an emergency call or text. With one tap, you can start securely streaming from your camera so responders get a clear, real-time view of the situation.
This feature is designed for moments when quick, accurate information can save lives — whether it’s a medical emergency, a car crash, or a fast-moving fire. Seeing the scene directly helps responders understand what you’re dealing with and send the right kind of help faster. They can also guide you through urgent steps like CPR while you wait for emergency teams to arrive.
Emergency Live Video is simple and doesn’t require any setup. If a dispatcher thinks video will help and it’s safe for you to use your phone, they can send a request during your call or text. Your screen will show a prompt, and you decide whether to share your camera feed. The stream is encrypted, and you can stop it at any moment, giving you full control.
This new feature builds on Android’s growing set of safety tools, including Emergency Location Service, Car Crash Detection, Fall Detection, and Satellite SOS. Emergency Live Video is launching first in the U.S., along with select parts of Germany and Mexico. It works on Android devices running Android 8 or newer with Google Play services, and Google says it is collaborating with public safety groups worldwide to expand it further.
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