Scientists say Android phones can detect earthquakes before they strike

Srinagar, July 19: In 2020, Google launched the Android Earthquake Alerts (AEA) system to help people in earthquake-prone areas get early warnings using their smartphones. Unlike traditional earthquake early warning systems, which rely on costly seismic stations, Google’s approach is both accurate and affordable.

Now available in 98 countries, the AEA system has reached over 2.5 billion people in just three years. It works by collecting data from millions of Android devices worldwide, turning smartphones into mini-seismometers.