Powerful
To rate this app with stars seems inconsistent with its purpose. To even call it an ‘app’ feels strange and irrelevant. Every time I read a notification, “Assad forces … bombed … village … with heavy artillery” and “Russian forces bombard … village … with heavy artillery”, the initial almost undetectable thought that runs through my mind is that someone is waging war against a strong and vicious enemy. A powerful force that has to be decimated by brutal prolific bombing. But of course the next split second realization is that the “enemy“ are all mostly – overwhelmingly – unarmed innocent people! “Villages”!! So that in turn hammers home the overwhelming reminder of how heinous and horrible and cruel these attacks truly are. I sit here working from home and my phone is quietly flashing with banners. Over and over again. I don’t even have to open the messages. I just raise my phone and read, “Rural Hama … Rocket launches, target Al Sirmaniyah …” to viscerally feel the painful reminder. How would I “rate” that? The information provided is a storyboard for a horror film. But this story is actually happening right now! Why won’t it stop?! Why do these reminders KEEP COMING?!? If I must “review” this app, then I will testify to how powerful this constant flow of information is. I’m not in Syria and I don’t see these attacks myself. It was so easy just to forget and not think about. But not anymore.stephen.andrew.evans
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I was unable to find a way to communicate with the developers. I'm wondering why everything listed seems to be narrowly focused on the atrocities of Assad when there are SO many players and bombings everyday that would give a fuller picture of the horrors. By only reporting Assad's atrocities (which are many) it seems that a narrative is being painted rather than a full picture.Praying Citizen
Excellent and needed
Excellent application to keep an eye on what happening in Syria.
Recommend for the journalists, human rights defenders and the people who care abut humanity.Asaad Hanna
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Version History of Syria Watch
2.3
September 12, 2024
Updated UI Refreshed UX Localized Timezones to Syria Time only for clearer communication
More2
July 9, 2024
Security Updates Added Feedback Capability Added Conflict Zone Support
More1.1
October 21, 2020
Thank you for using Syria Watch and witness a fraction of the reality that the Syria citizens live day after day. We have included new features so that you can observe and share more easily the day to day alerts: * New simpler design with no tabs. * Now you can see which alerts you haven't checked. * New Donate button that redirects you to the Syrian Emergency Task Force website so you can make your contribution and join the cause. * Now you can see the attacks count by month. * New share link so that you can easily share the app. * iPad App now available.
More1.0
July 21, 2020
Price History of Syria Watch
Description of Syria Watch
Syria Watch provides users with real-time notifications of attacks launched against civilian/IDP targets in Syria. Classifying them by type of attack and providing greater context, this application seeks to help people outside Syria understand the level of near perpetual danger people in Syria currently experience daily.
Syria Watch is a project of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, a 501-C(3) organization based in Washington, D.C. SETF provides humanitarian assistance to several IDP hotspots in Syria, coordinates pending legal work against the Syrian regime, and advocates for a democratic, stable, and secular future Syria. Development and support for this application have been generously donated by Metova Software.
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Syria Watch: FAQ
Is Syria Watch compatible with iPad devices?
The Syria Watch software is compatible with iPad devices.
Who built the Syria Watch app?
Metova, Inc. developed the Syria Watch app.
What is the minimum iOS version supported by Syria Watch?
The Syria Watch app currently supports iOS 12.0 or later.
How do users rate the app?
4.9: The Syria Watch app gets a lot of positive feedback.
What genre of app is Syria Watch?
The App Category Of The Syria Watch App Is News.
Which version of Syria Watch is the latest one?
2.3 is the newest version of Syria Watch.
When did the new Syria Watch update happen?
Syria Watch released its latest update on September 19, 2024.
When did Syria Watch first launch?
Syria Watch was initially released on February 6, 2023.
What's the content advisory rating of the Syria Watch app?
Parental supervision strongly recommended, may contain adult themes or graphic violence.
What languages is Syria Watch available in?
Currently, the Syria Watch app supports the following languages: English.
Does Apple Arcade support Syria Watch among its available titles?
Unfortunately, Syria Watch is not on Apple Arcade.
Are there opportunities for in-app purchases in Syria Watch?
Unfortunately, Syria Watch does not provide opportunities for in-app purchases.
Does Syria Watch offer compatibility with Apple Vision Pro?
No, Syria Watch does not offer compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.
Does Syria Watch display any ads?
No, Syria Watch does not display any ads.
Screenshots of Syria Watch
