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Cincinnati man credits smartwatch and app for saving his life
A Cincinnati man says he’s grateful to be alive because of the life-saving assistive technology he uses every day. On February 6, William Fryer was walking around Lunken Airport to exercise after not feeling well for a few days. During the walk, the 83-year-old began to feel unsteady. “I noticed my legs turning into rubber,” Fryer said. “I approached where I would have gone behind some trees. And I decided, no, if I have to come down, I’m going to do it here where everyone can see me.” Fryer passed out. In doing so, his Apple Watch notified 9-1-1 and his listed family members to be automatically notified in the…