You may not appreciate what your phone can do for you until you are in a situation where you desperately needs it. In addition to this, your smart device can also forestall problems and help in an emergency. Jovago.com, Africa’s No.1 hotel booking portal shares some ways your phone  can save your life.

Send text when you cannot call

Why send a text message when you can make a call? But there are some places in Nigeria where  communication network  is unstable and always fluctuating. Hence, you have no choice than to result to text message to reach whoever you want to call.  

Help you find your way

Google maps controlled via satellite have helped many individuals find their way. With GPS enabled on phones, you can easily find your way around.  

Remind you to take your drugs

Remind Me, MedCoach and MediSafe, to mention but a few are mobile apps which can remind you to take your drugs as at when due. In addition to this feature, some of the apps can help you contact your pharmacy to place orders to refill your prescription.

Put your medical  condition on your phone

If you are suffering from a certain medical condition or you take a recommended drug, such information can appear on your phone. This will make it easier for doctors to be aware of the condition for easy diagnosis. You can add In Case of Emergency to your phone.

Predict heart attack or stroke

A smartphone which can detect an impending heart attack or stroke. With the smartphone, you can keep tabs with the heart activity via your fingertips. You simply place your fingers on the smartphone and the phone will do the rest by converting the finger’s impulse to ultrasound signals. Within minutes, you get your result. You can streamline your activities by using the app.

– Ogunfowoke Adeniyi