How Google’s Earthquake Alerts Protected Millions — And How to Turn It On in Quake-Prone Countries When two massive earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5) struck Venezuela recently, the country had no national early warning system. But millions of Android phones lit up with loud alerts seconds to minutes before the shaking hit — giving people precious time to drop, cover, and hold on. Google’s clever system turns the accelerometers in over 2 billion Android phones into a giant crowdsourced seismic network. It detects the first waves, confirms the quake, and blasts notifications to users in the affected area. In Venezuela, it reached 11.4 million people — proving technology can save lives even where governments can’t. How to activate it (works in nearly 100 countries): Open Settings on your Android phone. Tap Safety & Emergency (or search for “Earthquake alerts”). Select Earthquake Alerts and toggle it ON. Keep Location services ena...
Samsung Galaxy Ring: A Smart Ring to Rule Them All? Samsung is known for its innovative smartphones and tech, but they're dipping their toes into the smart ring market with the Samsung Galaxy Ring. This upcoming wearable promises to be a health and wellness companion, offering many features on your fingertip. Health Tracking Powerhouse: The Galaxy Ring is rumoured to be packed with health tracking features. Expect it to monitor your sleep, activity, and stress levels, and even offer ECG (electrocardiogram) and blood flow monitoring. This comprehensive data could provide valuable insights into your overall health and well-being. A Ring for All? While details are still under wraps, Samsung is aiming to make the Galaxy Ring comfortable and stylish. It's expected to come in various sizes and might offer different finishes to suit your preferences. Release and Price: The official release date remains a mystery, but rumours point towards a late summer 2024 launch, possibly a...