Walking home alone, particularly late at night is a scary prospect for anyone. While it's always recommended to take a taxi or public transport there are times where that just isn't possible.

There's a new app being released that might give people a little bit more confidence about the process. The app is called Companion and it allows people to have a friend or family member monitor their journey home and be on standby in the case of an emergency.  As the video below explains, it really could be an incredibly useful app. 

 

 

So what do you reckon? We think it's deadly and could be a really useful tool for many. You can learn more about the app here.