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Android earthquake alerts reached 11.4M in Venezuela
Google's Android Earthquake Alerts System sent warnings to 11.4 million people before a 7.5-magnitude quake hit Venezuela. The system uses phone accelerometers to detect shaking and issue alerts. It is now active on over 2.5 billion devices globally.
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The system's scale is impressive, but its effectiveness depends on network coverage and user awareness—features that vary widely across regions.
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Google says Android's built-in earthquake warning system alerted 11.4 million people before the Venezuelan earthquake hit — here's how to find it on your phone →
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