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Android Phones Warned of Earthquake | Auckland News
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand’s North Island early Saturday, but thanks to Android’s earthquake alert system, many users got a head’s-up seconds before the ground even moved—some in Auckland even received the warning before feeling the tremor. The system uses phone accelerometers to detect initial seismic waves and sends alerts when enough devices report the same data. While not foolproof and less precise than GeoNet’s tools, it’s a lifesaving tool in over 90 countries. Officials remind everyone: Drop, Cover, and Hold. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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