Personal
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Car
ANJEL® Personal Security App
- Primary Purpose: ANJEL® focuses on personal safety and security in various environments. It is designed to be a mobile ally, helping users feel safer wherever they go.
- Key Features:
- Live streaming to connect with community members in real-time with the swipe of a button.
- Remote recording to document incidents and preserve evidence.
- It aims to deter and document societal harm such as microaggressions, humiliation, and violence.
- Usage: ANJEL® is utilized in everyday life but is not specific to any particular setting. Users can access the app’s features on their smartphones, making it highly portable and flexible.
- Cost: The app offers nine monthly subscription options with customized company logos for bulk orders.
- Community Focus: The app has a significant community and societal focus and is often used to challenge biases and support respectful interactions.
OnStar Driving Support Services
- Primary Purpose: OnStar offers vehicular safety, security, and connectivity services. It is designed to assist drivers and passengers on the road.
- Key Features:
- Automatic crash response to alert OnStar advisors in the event of a collision.
- Emergency services with the push of a button to request immediate assistance.
- Navigation services to provide turn-by-turn directions and assistance with locating destinations.
- They have stolen vehicle assistance, including vehicle slowdown and geographic location tracking.
- Usage: OnStar is tailored explicitly for use within General Motors (GM) vehicles. The service is integrated into the vehicle’s system and is accessible through built-in buttons inside the car.
- Cost: OnStar services require a subscription, with a range of plans that differ in features and pricing, usually after an initial trial period.
- Vehicle-Centric: The service is designed with a focus on enhancing the driving experience, vehicle maintenance alerting (Advanced Diagnostics), safety in case of accidents, navigation support, and theft prevention.
While both ANJEL® and OnStar aim to provide security and peace of mind, ANJEL® is an app meant for personal safety in any setting, with a vital community empowerment aspect. In contrast, OnStar is a vehicle-centric service that provides in-car support focused on safety, security, and connectivity for GM vehicles.