Can I use the SafeTrx Active Watch under water?
Yes, the SafeTrx Watch is certified to IP68, an international standard rating which covers usage to withstand dust, dirt and sand, and resistant to submersion up to a maximum depth of 1.5m underwater for up to thirty minutes.
Note that the SafeTrx Watch cannot receive GPS location data while underwater but we have seen the mSafety connect to cellular networks while underwater. If you have started an alert or assistance request while at sea, it is still recommended to try and keep your arm out of the water to maximise the chances of getting a good signal and good GPS location. The software on the watch expects this to happen. By constantly tracking in real time, we improve the opportunity for the watch to receive location data and transmit it when you arm is above the water.
Additionally, the watch uses a technology called LTE-M, which is different to the standard LTE technology used by phones and other connected watches. This technology is specially designed to support devices that need a long battery life or are used in locations that are difficult to reach with normal LTE technology since it has a longer range and greater penetration.
Note that the SafeTrx Watch cannot receive GPS location data while underwater but we have seen the mSafety connect to cellular networks while underwater. If you have started an alert or assistance request while at sea, it is still recommended to try and keep your arm out of the water to maximise the chances of getting a good signal and good GPS location. The software on the watch expects this to happen. By constantly tracking in real time, we improve the opportunity for the watch to receive location data and transmit it when you arm is above the water.
Additionally, the watch uses a technology called LTE-M, which is different to the standard LTE technology used by phones and other connected watches. This technology is specially designed to support devices that need a long battery life or are used in locations that are difficult to reach with normal LTE technology since it has a longer range and greater penetration.