Add this please
This is a nice app but what it really needs is the ability to utilize the iPhone accelerometer to detect earthquakes and automatically share that data to the cloud and/or the USGS.
Only when enough similar readings are detected from a certain region within a narrow timeframe would the data be considered legitimate and then be pushed back out to the map for all users to view.
The app could also be active only at certain times of the day/night that the user defines. As well as only be active when connected to pre-defined wifi networks. Such as Home or work.
Another option would be to only take accelerometer reading when it is plugged into power (such as when on your night stand or connected to a computer USB).
The app could also use the iPhone GPS to disable sensor reading when moving. As well as only record seismic data when the app detects the iPhone is laying flat on its back.
Another option would be to disable the seismic sensor data output when a face is detected with the front facing camera.
Requiring the app to be running in the foreground would also further prevent false readings.
This could easily, quickly, and cheaply create a huge network of seismographs around the world.TheGadgetinator
Opinion
I've had this app for years and check it daily. However the newest upgrade version is definitely a downgrade. It's slower to load and sometimes doesn't load at all. They've tried to increase the amount of data you can retrieve but instead it makes the app less effective. Can we just have 2 options now? the Past Week OR The Past Month.
I only need the info on the Past Week as I check it dailyReview-er Guy
Good mostly
As of 9/20 the Asian coast and Europe no longer were reporting on this app. If it is fixed then this is an awesome app.Slimmonkey81
Epicentral
Exploring Earthquake Patterns
$3.99
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Version History of Epicentral
2.4.0
March 25, 2024
Added the ability to acquire seismic event locations from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre earthquake service. Also includes minor bug fixes and cosmetic changes.
More2.3.0
March 18, 2024
Minor bug fixes and cosmetic changes. New in this version is the ability to include historic events on the detailed event map view to provide context for recent seismicity.
More2.2.0
March 6, 2024
Minor bug fixes and cosmetic changes. I added a summary view of regional events to the detailed map view. Tap the bar chart button next to the settings button to see the summary. The detail map summary is similar to the global summary and includes a list of the 10 largest events, a magnitude timeline, an event-counts timeline, and a depth histogram for the region surrounding the selected event.
More2.1.0
January 23, 2024
An interface change for the iPad version - moved the controls to the detail view, which is always visible and wide enough to hold all the controls. Added a list of active regions (by event counts) and a list of the largest events in the Global Statistics Summary.
More2.0.0
January 11, 2024
This is a complete revision of an app that was available until 2017. Yes, it took that long for me to get back to it. This version runs on iPhones, iPads, and Macs (as a usable iPad port). This version includes more options than the original and several historical seismic event catalogs to provide context.
More1.1.0
October 11, 2013
Updated to run under IOS 7. Some new features, but not much different than the previous version. Now includes USGS 30-day feeds, and PAGER summary charts for earthquakes equal to or larger than magnitude 6.5. Some settings parameters are adjustable in the Apple Settings Application.
More1.0.0
November 24, 2008
Price History of Epicentral
Description of Epicentral
Epicentral is a network-based educational application that displays lists and maps of earthquakes that occurred during the last day, week, or month. This version runs on iPhones, iPads, and Macs (as an iPad App) but requires iOS 17+ and macOS 14+.
The data are served by the U.S. Geological Survey or the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. List updates take at most a few 10s of seconds. For each event, a summary of the event’s properties and relationship to nearby recent seismicity is presented. When using the USGS feeds, a link to the event-specific USGS earthquake information page is available. Several historical earthquake catalogs (sourced from the US Geological Survey) are included to provide context for more recent earthquakes. These catalogs can be used to put more recent activity in context.
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Epicentral: FAQ
Is Epicentral compatible with the iPad?
Yes, Epicentral is iPad-friendly.
Who created the app?
Charles Ammon is the developer of the app.
What minimum version of iOS does Epicentral need?
The minimum required iOS version for the app to work is 17.0 or higher.
What do users think of the Epicentral app?
The current user rating of the Epicentral app is 4
What genre is the Epicentral app?
The App Category Of Epicentral Is Education.
Which is the latest version of Epicentral?
2.4.0 is the current version of Epicentral.
What is the update date for Epicentral?
The latest Epicentral update was released on September 19, 2024.
When was the app initially released?
The Epicentral app originally came out on July 2, 2024.
What content advisory rating does Epicentral have?
Epicentral doesn’t contain potentially objectionable material and is rated Charles Ammon.
What are the languages supported by the Epicentral app?
Currently, Epicentral supports English.
Is Epicentral included in the roster of games on Apple Arcade?
No, Epicentral is not on Apple Arcade.
Does Epicentral support in-app purchases?
No, Epicentral does not support in-app purchases.
Is Epicentral designed for Apple Vision Pro integration?
Sorry, Epicentral is not designed for integration with Apple Vision Pro.
Does Epicentral use ad-based monetization?
No, Epicentral does not use ad-based monetization.
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