Apple is working on a secret iPhone feature to get you out of sticky situations

Future versions of iOS will include a new ‘SOS’ feature that allows you to make emergency calls with five quick taps of the power button. Once enabled, the feature, triggers a short countdown timer (to avoid accidental calls) and emits a siren-like noise. Once the countdown reaches zero, it’ll connect the call to 911, or your region-specific emergency number. Mashable’s Karissa Bell gave us a glimpse at what it looks like in action: 🚨New "SOS" emergency