Archive · 4 Oct 2025
Apple Watch Ultra Saves Diver in Puducherry
Kshitij, a diver, was scuba diving when his weight belt came loose, causing him to quickly rise.
His Apple Watch Ultra sensed the problem and warned him to slow down.
The watch then triggered its emergency alarm, alerting his instructor, who assisted him.
Kshitij later contacted Apple CEO Tim Cook, who responded.
The watch has safety features including an emergency siren.
A software developer experienced a rapid ascent while scuba diving.
The diver's weight belt came loose, causing a rapid ascent.
The Apple Watch Ultra alerted the diver to slow down.
The watch triggered its emergency siren, alerting his instructor.
The diver was saved thanks to the Apple Watch Ultra and his instructor.
- Who
- Kshitij Zodape, a 26-year-old software developer
- What
- Zodape experienced a rapid ascent during a scuba dive.
- When
- Last month
- Where
- Puducherry, India
- Why
- The Apple Watch Ultra alerted him, and his diving companion helped prevent an accident.
- Diver's Name
- Kshitij Zodape
- Age
- 26
- Profession
- Software Developer
- Incident Location
- Puducherry, India
- Watch Model
- Apple Watch Ultra
Sources
Apple Watch Ultra helps diver avoid accident during deep-sea dive in Puducherry - Telegraph India
Apple Watch Saves Life Of Mumbai Techie During Scuba Diving Mishap
Apple Watch Ultra Rescues Mumbai Techie During Dangerous Scuba Accident In Puducherry
