Google expands Android Earthquake Alerts from 98 countries to nearly 200 regions
ymatias · x · 2026-10-16
Google announced that its Android Earthquake Alerts System is expanding from 98 countries to nearly 200 regions, alongside an improved "Be Ready" alert that delivers more actionable information within seconds. The system crowdsources phone accelerometer data to detect shaking and buy users precious warning time during earthquakes.
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