Unlock Your Phone's Potential: 5 Emergency Cell Phone Tips You Never Knew

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The thread discusses various tips and tricks related to emergency uses of cell phones, sharing personal experiences and opinions on their effectiveness and validity.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a list of five emergency tips for cell phone usage, including dialing 112 for emergencies and using remote keyless entry to unlock cars.
  • Another participant expresses appreciation for the tips but hopes they will never need to use them.
  • One participant mentions that some of the tips may not be accurate, referencing Snopes for verification.
  • Another participant acknowledges being misled by unverified information and expresses regret for not checking it beforehand.
  • Several participants discuss the importance of having an "ICE" (In Case of Emergency) contact stored in their phones.

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Views differ regarding the accuracy of the tips shared, with some participants questioning their validity while others find them interesting or useful.

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Participants share personal experiences and opinions, with some referencing external sources for verification of the information presented.

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Consultants and community members interested in emergency preparedness and cell phone functionalities may find the shared experiences relevant.

yummy4tummy
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Just thought I would pass this along.

Suggest you make a copies of this and keep one your home and one in each car.



5 THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW YOUR CELL PHONE COULD DO:

There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Check out the things that you can do with it:

FIRST Emergency
The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile, network and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked. Try it out.


SECOND Have you locked your keys in the car?
Does your car have remote keyless entry? This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone: If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, call someone at home on their cell phone from your cell phone. Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock.
Saves someone from having to drive your keys to you. Distance is no object. You could be hundreds of miles away, and if you can reach someone who has the other "remote" for your car, you can unlock the doors (or the trunk).

Editor's Note: I tried this but it didn't work for me...maybe I wasn't positioned correctly...need to experiment again.

THIRD Hidden Battery Power. Imagine your cell battery is very low. To activate, press the keys *3370# Your cell will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time.

FOURTH How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone?
To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits on your phone: * # 0 6 #, a 15 digit code appears on the screen. This number is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. When your phone get stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code. They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones.

And Finally....

FIFTH Free Directory Service for Cells Cell phone companies are charging us $1.00 to $1.75 or more for 411 information calls when they don't have to. Most of us do not carry a telephone directory in our vehicle, which makes this situation even more of a problem. When you need to use the 411 information option, simply dial: (800) FREE 411, or (800) 373-3411 without incurring any charge at all. Program this into your cell phone now.
This is the kind of information people don't mind receiving, so pass it on to your family and friends.
 
These are really cool...thanks for sharing & hopefully I'll NEVER need them:cool:
 
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oopsWouldn't you know it...the only time that I post something NOT verified by snopes I got fooled again. The only reason I didn't check this out is because the sending party is notorious for "snoping"

Sorry!
 
yummy4tummy said:
Wouldn't you know it...the only time that I post something NOT verified by snopes I got fooled again. The only reason I didn't check this out is because the sending party is notorious for "snoping"

Sorry!

That's ok Valky....it happens to all of us. U just happened to be on snopes the other day and saw it...that's the only reason that I knew about it.
 
I'll tell you, it sounded GREAT to me, I was convinced....:D
 
I got this same thing in an email, and a co-worker and myself were going to try a few and see if they work.
 
1 Thing that is really important is to have:

ICE (in case of emergency) and a phone number to an emergency contact.

Mine is "ICE - Doug" (with cell, work, our home numbers) so EMTs or the Police will know that the person's name on the other end should be Doug.

Our state gov. recommended doing this. Hopefully it won't ever be needed but it's there just in case.
 
amcclanaghan said:
1 Thing that is really important is to have:

ICE (in case of emergency) and a phone number to an emergency contact.

Mine is "ICE - Doug" (with cell, work, our home numbers) so EMTs or the Police will know that the person's name on the other end should be Doug.

Our state gov. recommended doing this. Hopefully it won't ever be needed but it's there just in case.

I was just going to post the ICE thing, too! I have three ICE numbers stored.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some quick ways to extend my phone's battery life in an emergency?

To extend your phone's battery life, reduce screen brightness, close unused apps running in the background, enable battery saver mode, and turn off location services when not needed. Additionally, consider switching to airplane mode if you don't need to make calls or use data.

How can I quickly access emergency contacts on my phone?

You can set up emergency contacts in your phone's settings. For iPhones, go to the Health app, tap on your profile picture, and select "Medical ID" to add emergency contacts. For Android devices, you can add emergency contacts in the Contacts app or through the settings under "Users & accounts" or "Emergency information."

What should I do if my phone is lost or stolen?

If your phone is lost or stolen, use a tracking app like Find My iPhone for Apple devices or Find My Device for Android. You can also remotely lock or erase your phone to protect your personal information. Report the theft to your carrier and local authorities as well.

How can I ensure my phone stays secure during emergencies?

To keep your phone secure, always use a strong password or biometric lock. Enable two-factor authentication for sensitive apps and keep your operating system and apps updated to protect against vulnerabilities. Be cautious about connecting to public Wi-Fi networks, as they can expose your data.

What are some essential apps to have for emergencies?

Essential apps for emergencies include a weather app for real-time updates, a flashlight app, a first aid app for medical guidance, and a navigation app for directions. Additionally, consider downloading emergency alert apps that provide information about local emergencies or disasters.

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