Tech firms push safety aids for walkers with phones
Silicon Valley users like Todd Atwood see dangers as pedestrians text or call while walking. Aliph’s Jawbone uses voice to text and spoken caller ID to reduce manual phone use. Other apps aim to show front view on screen and enable voice or tap typing, but experts warn brain engagement remains a factor.
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Texting hazards on sidewalks and streets raise safety concerns
Nass notes limited gains from tech while people multitask. The American College of Emergency Physicians warned two years ago about texting dangers during walking and other activities. Manhattan doctors cite near misses from pedestrians distracted by phones, including injuries from manholes and bicycle messengers.
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American College of Emergency Physicians
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