Overview

• Android Earthquake Alerts now cover all U.S. states and six territories, using phone accelerometers to detect seismic activity.
• Two types of alerts will notify users: 'Be Aware' for light shaking and 'Take Action' for moderate to extreme shaking.
• The system collaborates with experts and uses crowdsourced data to provide timely warnings, potentially saving lives.
• The alerts are enabled by default on Android phones and require no user activation.
• Additional new Android features include AI-enhanced accessibility tools and offline maps for smartwatches.