5.28
2024-04-07
- Bug fix on iPad's where the SOS Button shape is an ellipse, it should be a perfect circle.
We release updates regularly and we're always looking for ways to make things better.
If you have a great idea to make the app or service better, or if you just want to say Hi, then email us at info@mysosfamily.com, we're looking forward to hearing from you.
We know how busy life is and if you have a couple of minutes and feel generous, please leave a review. It makes a huge difference to us.
Thank you in advance.
5.27
2024-03-28
- SOS Timer bug fix.
We release updates regularly and we're always looking for ways to make things better.
If you have a great idea to make the app or service better, or if you just want to say Hi, then email us at info@mysosfamily.com, we're looking forward to hearing from you.
We know how busy life is and if you have a couple of minutes and feel generous, please leave a review. It makes a huge difference to us.
Thank you in advance.
5.26
2024-03-10
- Translated into more languages.
We release updates regularly and we're always looking for ways to make things better.
If you have a great idea to make the app or service better, or if you just want to say Hi, then email us at info@mysosfamily.com, we're looking forward to hearing from you.
We know how busy life is and if you have a couple of minutes and feel generous, please leave a review. It makes a huge difference to us.
Thank you in advance.
5.25
2024-02-19
The last release and update had a bug in the SOS Timer feature which we've fixed.
5.22
2023-10-16
New and updates to your App:
- New Widget - works with the new IOS Widgets.
- Test on yourself - We've added the voice/microphone feature and improved the location.
- Add SOS Contact - We've improved the adding SOS contacts manually with tick boxes saving you typing in numbers for both
- Tuning under the bonnet to improve background actions.
5.21
2023-06-26
iOS 16.5.1 update; compatibility release.
5.20
2023-06-17
Introducing some tweaks and enhancements:
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- Enhanced Location Accuracy:
We tweaked and improved the accuracy of your location information for better emergency response.
- Customizable Emergency Contacts:
You can now duplicate emergency contacts adding a delay to the duplicate to ensure your loved ones get your alerts.
- Improved User Interface:
We have tweaked the app's interface, making it slightly more intuitive and user-friendly ( this work never stops)
- Performance Enhancements:
0.75 seconds improvement in delivering Emergency Alerts, ensuring prompt assistance when you need it most.
5.19
2023-06-07
Introducing New Features:
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- Enhanced Location Accuracy:
We have improved the accuracy of your location information for better emergency response.
- Customizable Emergency Contacts:
You can now add and manage your emergency contacts to ensure your loved ones are always in the loop.
- Improved User Interface:
We have made significant updates to the app's interface, making it more intuitive and user-friendly.
- Performance Enhancements:
Faster Emergency Alerts: We have optimized the app to deliver emergency alerts even faster, ensuring prompt assistance when you need it most.
- Improved Battery Efficiency:
Our latest update reduces battery consumption, allowing you to use the app without worrying about power drainage.
- Enhanced Stability:
We've resolved several bugs and glitches to provide you with a more stable and reliable user experience.
- User Feedback Implementation:
Your feedback matters! Based on your suggestions, we have implemented various improvements to make the app even better.
Bug Fixes: We've addressed reported issues to ensure a smoother and more seamless experience for all users.
- Enhanced Security Measures:
Strengthened Data Protection: We have implemented advanced security measures to safeguard your personal information and ensure your privacy.
- Encrypted Communication:
All communications within the app are now encrypted, providing an added layer of security.
5.18
2023-05-09
New Features added to this version :
1. Video conference for group or single emergency support by emergency contacts without using any app or login.
2. Send a track-me link to support your Journey with anyone you decide without using any app or login.
3. Ability to turn-on real-time tracking in emergency SOS alerts, you decide for how long.
4. Improvements in layout design.
5.17
2023-02-15
--Update Live Location--
Now you can share your live location with emergency contacts.
Turn on live-location sharing and Alert location link will change from a static map link to a dynamic link which moves when you do.
Choose how long after an SOS you want live location sharing, e.g. 15mins or 1 hour.
You can turn this off anytime from within the App.
Rest assured you are in full control and nobody can track your location at any other time as old SOS Alert links become static.
--Setting screen--
We've improved the layout and user navigation in the 'Settings' screen
5.13
2022-10-12
> Custom Reminder - when you set the SOS timer, we ask you if you want to set a custom alarm to remind you to cancel it.
> Language - German, Spanish, French, Swedish and Hebrew speaking customers can now use the App and their emergency contacts get alerts in their own language.
> Improved the layout.
5.12
2022-07-10
- It's now easy to turn on the short-cut to call emergency services.
You can hide the short-cut from (menu) settings.
- You can now record or add a short video within emergency alerts.
Capture; that stranger knocking the front door, that suspicious car, person, the taxi and driver, the group of people acting suspicious or the area you're about to enter.
- Welcome South Africa and Mexico phone numbers to our growing My SOS Family.
5.11
2022-06-03
We've enhanced the hands-free voice functionality.
We hope you like it.
5.9
2022-04-25
Thank you for telling us what changes / improvements we needed to make to your App;
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- SOS contacts page has the key info for each emergency contact.
- Link your Alexa speaker from the Settings screen to send alerts from Alexa.
- Provided you with the option to remove adding a message to Alexa Alerts.
- Improved the 'Restore purchase' for in-app purchases process.
- Compatible with the Apples latest iOS 15.4.1 update (that you're phone keeps trying to update).
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Let us know if there's anything you would like us to change to improve your App or the service.
Get in touch via the App settings screen, 'Ask any question' or email info@mysosfamily.com
5.8
2022-04-12
In response to your feedback (thank you) we've made the following improvements;
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- Link your Alexa speaker from the Settings screen to send alerts from Alexa.
- When the SOS Timer is paused and restarted the end-time is now updated.
- It's now faster to add SOS contacts as we've removed two unnecessary steps.
- Removed the "info" pop-up in the SOS Timer rather than you clicking don't show it again.
- Moved 'Settings' higher up the menu bar.
- Automated 'Restore purchase' for in-app purchases.
- Compatible with the Apples latest iOS 15.3.1 update.
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Let us know if there's anything you would like us to change to improve your App or the service.
Get in touch via the App settings screen, 'Ask any question'.
5.7
2022-03-31
In response to your feedback (thank you) we've made the following improvements;
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- Link your Alexa speaker from the Settings screen to send alerts from Alexa.
- When the SOS Timer is paused and restarted the end-time is now updated.
- It's now faster to add SOS contacts as we've removed two unnecessary steps.
- Removed the "info" pop-up in the SOS Timer rather than you clicking don't show it again.
- Moved 'Settings' higher up the menu bar.
- Automated 'Restore purchase' for in-app purchases.
- Compatible with the Apples latest iOS 15.3.1 update.
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Let us know if there's anything you would like us to change to improve your App or the service.
Get in touch via the App settings screen, 'Ask any question'.
5.6
2022-01-26
In response to your fellow user’s feedback,
- We've improved the secondary back-up automated trigger system when your phone has no Data/Wi-Fi connection.
- This also helps if you have turned off roaming when in a different country/state.
- To test this feature, turn your Data & Wi-Fi off, then press the SOS Button.
- The App will generate an SMS pre-populated all the vital info. all you do is press send.
Let us know if there's anything you would like us to change to improve your App or the service.
Get in touch via the App settings screen, 'Ask any question'.
5.5
2021-12-15
In response to your fellow user’s feedback,
- We've moved some of the buttons around to make it easier to navigate.
- You can hide the Voice Interaction icon on the help screen from the settings.
Let us know if there's anything you would like us to change to improve the App or the service.
Get in touch via the App settings screen, 'Ask any question'.
5.1
2021-09-23
We've increased the FONT size so it's easier to see the text when you're adding an SOS message.
We're busy working on some great new (easy-to-use) features requested by you - to be released in October.
Thank you for using My SOS Family and telling us what you'd like us to do to make your app even better.
3.9
2021-01-13
We continue to add features and improve the experience within the App & how emergency contacts respond for example;
- Shorter URL links in SMS's
- SOS Timer screen accessed immediately (one less step)
- In-App notification Alerts improvements
- Friendlier terminology replaces technical terms
3.8
2020-11-13
- Dynamic and faster In-App notifications.
- First Responder ‘Action Updates’.
- New Key Features page.
- Israel numbers added to the SOS Family Alert Service.
- New 2020 Branding updated
3.7
2020-07-24
In-app Alert notifications.
Update includes : Free for Life Lite version with in-app emergency alert notifications.
3 min warning SOS Timer is ending.
First Responser section.
3.6
2020-05-27
- UI Improvements
3.4
2020-04-07
- UI Improvements
3.3
2020-03-18
- Updates to settings text to be easily read screen when the phone is in Dark Mode.
- Updates to in-app purchases to support IOS 13.
3.2
2020-02-07
Siri integration upgrade to allow user to send for help even at lock screen by saying "Siri send a message using My SOS Family App"
Siri short edit allows user to change the short message for example saying "Siri send for help"
3.1
2019-11-16
- Improved SOS Timer
3.0
2019-10-19
Siri integration enhancements.
2.9
2019-09-24
- Improved stability
2.8
2019-09-12
- Upgraded widget access.
- Improved analytics.
2.7
2016-06-16
- iMessage integration.
- Siri integration update.
- Widget shortcut update.
- Updated brand colours.