Google has succeeded in its initial test for a new system that would provide faster, more accurate locations of 911 callers to operators. Cell networks generally manage an average location radius of 522 feet, but Google’s method reduced that to 121 feet.



Everything in the test looked good, so Google is looking to expand the system to Android devices nationwide. It will be on hand at a 911 industry conference this week to present its findings. Google’s location system for 911 could roll out to everyone later this year.

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