# Smartwatch-Connected Panic Buttons The Wearsafe Distress System is Now Apple Watch Compatible By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-05-09 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearsafe-app References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/wearsafe-apple-watch/) & [wearsafe](https://wearsafe.com/2017/05/09/wearsafe-service-available-on-apple-watch/) While Wearsafe has provided panic button technology for some time now, the socially conscious company recently released a Wearsafe app that is compatible with the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-safety-alarm) Watch. The creators of Wearsafe are acutely aware that in situations of distress, making a phone call can be a challenge. That is why they continue to innovate in the world of [personal safety technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-safety-technology). The Wearsafe app will alert anyone in the user's Wearsafe network once activated and provide a continuous audio stream beginning 60 seconds before the alarm is activated. Wearsafe with Apple Watch compatibility is especially innovative for runners. With the Apple Watch app, a call for help can be instantly made from one's [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protecht-wrist-wraps). Those on the go can feel safe with the Apple Watch-compatible Wearsafe app. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Apple Watch Panic Buttons:** The Wearsafe app for Apple Watch creates an opportunity to expand the personal safety technology market to Apple users. - **Audio Streaming for Safety:** Continuous audio streaming in the Wearsafe app creates a opportunity for real-time safety feedback beyond traditional panic button technology. - **Personal Safety for Runners:** The Wearsafe app's compatibility with Apple Watch makes it a valuable personal safety tool for runners and other athletes. ### Where This Applies - **Personal Security Technology:** Innovative personal security technology companies such as Wearsafe can leverage Apple Watch compatibility to expand their market and create more advanced products. - **Fitness Wearables:** Fitness wearable companies can create partnerships with personal security technology companies to offer safety features for active customers. - **Emergency Response Services:** Emergency response services can utilize audio streaming technology found in the Wearsafe app to obtain more detailed information during safety incidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Satellite Connectivity Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra-3.md) - [Safety-Prioritizing Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-watch-fall-detection.md) - [Smartwatch-Compatible Wireless Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willow-30.md) - [Portable Emergency Alert Buttons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arlo-safe-button.md) - [Women’s Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-safe.md) - [Emergency Alert Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protechme.md) - [Connected Personal Safety Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-safety-alarm.md) - [Extreme Adventurer Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra.md) - [Connected Personal Safety Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pom-safe.md)