# Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite

> NOAA weather alerts and radar with 3D visualization. (iPhone/iPad app by Jufen Chang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-noaa-alerts-3d-lite/id1084734808 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jufen Chang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1075589996)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-noaa-alerts-3d-lite/id1084734808/reviews.md

## What is Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

This is a free version with limited features and alerts. For full features and TVOS App, please look for the Pro version. 

The Next Generation of NOAA Alerts and NOAA Radar app is here (This app is part of the Universal Purchase. With one purchase, you will be able to see the NOAA Alerts on your iOS, Watch OS and Apple TV devices.). NOAA Alerts provide you the latest active weather alerts.

iOS App Quick Started:
> By default, alerts are loading once the app is launched. Alerts are listed based upon "Date". Once alerts are loaded, you can select "Importance" on the top to list the alerts based upon the severity. Select any alert to see the alert details.
> Click on the Map tab and Alerts around the globe are listed. Zoom in/out and select any alert to see the latest weather information. Please notice alerts are being loaded dynamically, you can use "Refresh" button to refresh the latest alerts on the map. If you prefer to view alerts in different map type (Normal, Satellite, Hybrid and Flyover). Click on the "Map Type" to start to switch to different map type.
> Click on the Alert Categories/Filters to select all categories or one specific category, then only alerts for the selected category will be listed. Click on "Refresh" button on the Map view and only selected category will appear on the map.
> US NOAA Radar images will be loaded when the app is launched and will be refreshed every 10 minutes. And you are ready to see the latest real time radar images on the map. Zoom in and out to see the whether across multiple states. Click on the "Radar" button to enable/disable radar images.  Slide the slider to change the transparency of radar images.

> To see the Alerts in 3D View, follow the steps below:
1. By default, Select the Map tab and 3D View is enabled and you should be able to see the Alerts in 3D View.
2. You can use two-fingers gesture to change viewing angles: zoom in/out, rotate, swipe up/down for 3D View
3. Click on any Alert and the app will automatically zoom into the alert area. Click on the information button to see the alert details.

Watch App Quick Started:
> Launch the Watch App and the app will communicate with the iOS App to get the nearest Alert information and also notify the iOS App to select and view the Alert. Click on the "Nearest Alert" button if you would like to search the nearest Alert again.

Introduction:
This app is the Next Generation of NOAA Alerts and NOAA Radar app by integrating the following technologies and data together:
- The latest Apple MapKit features such as Traffic, Buildings, POI and 3D Model
- Apple Watch Integration with iPhone.
- Apple TV integration (Universal Purchase: one purchase to get the app on iOS, Apple Watch and Apple TV)
- NOAA Alerts
- Real Time NOAA Radar
- Databases with built in information.

This app provides the following features:
- The first app to integrate both NOAA Alerts and the latest national Radar images together.
- The first app to provide NOAA Alerts and Radar images in 3D view.
- This app provides the Apple Watch Integration
- This app will provide Apple TV integration.

## Key features

- Real-time NOAA alerts
- NOAA radar imagery
- 3D alert visualization
- Interactive map view
- Alert categorization and filtering
- Apple Watch integration

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instant-noaa-alerts-3d-lite/id1084734808/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Keeps crashing

*2024-01-04*

The app opens fine. It’s when you click on one of the alerts that the problem happens.
When I click on an alert it closes the app.
I am using a iPhone 12.

### 4/5 — Good but to much bottons

*2022-03-22*

There are so many buttons that I can barley see the map

## Frequently asked questions about Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite

### What is Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite is a free weather application that provides real-time NOAA alerts and national radar images. It integrates with Apple Maps for a dynamic viewing experience and offers a 3D visualization of alerts.

### Does Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite have ads?

No, Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite does not contain advertisements. It is a free application that offers core weather alert and radar features without interruption.

### What devices support Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite is supported on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It also features Apple Watch integration for convenient access to alerts.

### How often is the NOAA radar updated in Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

US NOAA Radar images are loaded when the app is launched and are refreshed every 10 minutes. This ensures you have access to the latest real-time radar information.

### Can I filter alerts by category in Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

Yes, you can select specific alert categories or view all categories. This allows you to customize the alerts displayed on the map to focus on the weather events most relevant to you.

### What is the age rating for Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, providing weather information in an accessible format.

### How do I view alerts in 3D on Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite?

To view alerts in 3D, select the Map tab. The 3D View is enabled by default. You can use two-finger gestures to change viewing angles, zoom, rotate, and swipe for a dynamic perspective.

### What are the limitations of the Lite version?

The Lite version of Instant NOAA Alerts 3D Lite offers limited features and alerts. For a full suite of features and access to the tvOS App, users are encouraged to look for the Pro version.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 20.61 — 2020-04-30

New features and bug fixes

### 20.30 — 2020-04-16

Update lite feature and user interface.

### 20.20 — 2020-04-13

Redesign the app for the latest iPhone and iPad.

### 2.0 — 2016-02-20

This update is signed with Apple’s latest signing certificate. No new features are included.

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