How to set up emergency calls using Siri and iOS 14.5

With iOS 14.5, Siri supports calling emergency contacts. All you have to do is say, "Siri, call my emergency contact" and it will know to call whoever you've assigned the title. The feature works whether you're in need of assistance or someone else is. 

But in order for it to work properly, you'll have to make sure both your emergency contacts are updated and that Siri is enabled on your iPhone. 

Here's how to set up emergency calling with Siri in a few simple steps.

1) Set up your emergency contact

In order for Siri to call an emergency contact, you'll have to designate someone first. First, go to the Health app and tap on the profile icon in the right-hand corner. Then, tap on Medical ID, the Edit button, and scroll down to Emergency Contacts. Read more...