"Apple Watch Saves Australian Swimmer from Riptides"

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"Apple Watch Saves Australian Swimmer from Riptides"
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TL;DR

An experienced swimmer in New South Wales, Australia, was rescued after using his Apple Watch to call for help when he was caught in strong ocean currents and dragged a kilometer offshore. The swimmer, Rick Shearman, used the watch's SOS function to contact emergency services, who dispatched a rescue helicopter to save him. The incident highlights the life-saving potential of wearable technology in emergency situations.

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