I just saw this new app called 'Street Safe' on the news. It's a mobile app to prevent/respond to street harassment and assault (seems to be targeting female customers). From what I understand, it sounds like a perfect cross between Ketaki and Sangeeta's ideas because of the problem it addresses and the fact that it is a paid service that allows customers to store medical data and call help in instances of abuse. Here are some of the key features:
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| | | - Walk With Me service with a live, professionally trained Safety Advisor to talk you through uncomfortable situations and escort you as you walk alone or with others
- Instant silent alarm notification to emergency services with GPS information and personal profile
- Unlimited access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
- Affordable monthly subscription plan – for less than the price of a large pepperoni pizza you can have a month's worth of StreetSafe service
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Learn more here: http://streetsafe.com/static-products-overview
Thanks Courtney for a great find! It certainly dovetails with my project nicely. This looks like a smartphone app. I'm trying to replicate this idea exactly in low-end refurbished mobile phones for people living below the poverty line.
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