A Russian video blogger and author behind the YouTube channel HUDAKOV tested the iPhone 15’s crash detection feature by colliding a VAZ-2104 on camera. The experiment served as part of a broader review of a basic Apple smartphone, aimed at evaluating how the device handles emergency alerts after a collision in real-world driving scenarios.
Earlier in the year, a review of the iPhone 14 highlighted that the crash detection feature did not function as expected within Russia. The creator subsequently revisited the topic, including a test with a VAZ-2108, to see whether improvements had been made and to observe the device’s behavior in a similar setup.
During the latest test, the crash detection system appeared to respond as intended. Immediately after the simulated impact, a robotic voice from Siri stated that it seemed there had been an accident and that, if there was no response, the iPhone would contact emergency services. A countdown timer then began, signaling the time window for a manual response.
When the ten-second countdown elapsed without any user input, the iPhone automatically placed an emergency call, and Siri announced that the owner of the device had been involved in a serious car crash and was not responding to signals. The system also conveyed the approximate location of the user to aid responders. This sequence demonstrated the practical functionality of crash detection in a controlled test environment.
In the course of the experiment, no injuries were reported, and the tester was able to observe how reliably the feature could trigger emergency protocols under controlled conditions. The test underscores the potential value of automated incident reporting for drivers who may be incapacitated after a collision, while also highlighting the importance of ensuring the feature works reliably across different regions and device configurations.
Previously, the device was noted among leading Android smartphones in performance benchmarks around March, as reported by AnTuTu, providing a comparative context for consumers evaluating the relative capabilities of popular mobile platforms. This background helps readers understand how crash detection on iPhones fits into the broader landscape of mobile safety features and hardware performance.