CUPERTINO, CA – Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite feature, credited recently with saving skiers caught in an avalanche, is now facing unexpected backlash from a coalition of evolutionary biologists and 'tough love' survivalists. Critics argue the technology is actively interfering with the natural order by allowing individuals to escape the consequences of their own ill-advised excursions.

“While we applaud innovation, we must question the long-term societal impact of preventing perfectly good avalanches from doing their job,” stated Dr. Reginald P. Grimshaw, Head of Inevitable Outcomes at the Institute for Unassisted Survival. “Historically, a significant percentage of poorly equipped backcountry enthusiasts were naturally filtered out. Now, with a simple tap, they’re ordering rescue choppers like it’s a pizza.”

The feature, which allows iPhones to send distress signals even without cellular service, reportedly saved several skiers last week. However, this success has sparked concerns that it promotes a dangerous sense of invincibility among those who might otherwise exercise caution.

“Where does it end?” pondered Agnes 'Iron Lung' McGillicuddy, founder of the 'Let Nature Decide' advocacy group. “Are we going to send satellites to warn lemmings about cliffs? Some experiences are meant to be character-building, or, failing that, population-culling.” Apple has yet to comment on the ethical implications of its life-saving technology.