OzSun UV Alert vs UVready

BE AWARE AND PROTECT YOURSELF FROM OVER-EXPOSURE TO SUN UV RADIATION IN AUSTRALIA !! *** ATTENTION: This application is specific to Australia. In the non-AU AppStores it is provided merely for convenience of international users who work, study or visit Australia, but do not have an Australian iTunes AppStore account. 'OzSun UV Alert' app fetches, consolidates and displays in a convenient colour-coded visual way the current actual real-time observed UV levels data available courtesy of Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) and the daily UV (aka 'SunSmart') alerts as issued to the public by Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) based on forecasts. In addition, the app also provides shortcut links to relevant public web pages of these and other relevant agencies, where more information about UV levels for the user’s selected city can be found (accompanied by public education materials regarding sun UV exposure risks and protective measures). The app uses the same international colour coding for UV index levels as established by the World health Organization (WHO) and adopted by the above mentioned Australian agencies as well. Currently, the following 11 major Australian cities are catered for: ADELAIDE (SA) ALICE SPRINGS (NT) BRISBANE (QLD) CANBERRA (ACT) DARWIN (NT) KINGSTON (TAS) MELBOURNE (VIC) NEWCASTLE (NSW) PERTH (WA) SYDNEY (NSW) TOWNSVILLE (QLD) (NOTE: it is expected that more cities will be available in the future) ---------- CREDITS: UV observations courtesy of ARPANSA (http://www.arpansa.gov.au/uvindex/realtime/xmlrt.htm#Disclaimer). Using UV alerts from BOM (http://www.bom.gov.au/info/about_uv.shtml). Professional testing services for mobile applications provided by Nizam Abdallah (Melbourne, VIC). ---------- FOR SUPPORT & FEEDBACK: Please visit: http://ozsun.okapps.net to submit queries, feedback and suggestions in regards to this app. Also via TWITTER: @okApps ----------

One tap. One second. Done. Instantly see how strong the UV is right now. UV rays reach your skin on cloudy days and even in winter. UV radiation is the leading cause of skin aging — it's a year-round concern. But opening a weather app, scrolling through screens, hunting for the UV section? Too much hassle. This app is different. Open it, and you're done. Key Features · Instant Check — The moment you open the app, your current UV index appears. No loading. No scrolling. · Hourly Forecast — See how UV levels change throughout the day at a glance. Plan your outdoor time smarter. · Intuitive Guidance — Not just numbers. Emoji indicators and clear level descriptions help anyone understand UV conditions instantly. · Personalized Safe Exposure Time — Select your skin type (Fitzpatrick scale) and instantly see how many minutes you can safely stay in the sun without sunscreen at the current UV level. Because everyone's skin is different. · Instant Share — Share a summary image of the current UV conditions with friends and family in one tap. · UV Level Change Alerts — Get a push notification the moment UV levels change. Protect your skin before it's too late. WHO UV Index Guidelines: The UV Index was developed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Meteorological Organization, and other international bodies as a global standard for UV reporting. Here's what each level means: · 0–2 (Low) — Minimal risk. You can safely enjoy the outdoors. · 3–5 (Moderate) — Seek shade at midday. Wear sunglasses, a hat, and apply SPF 30+ sunscreen. · 6–7 (High) — Reduce sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sunscreen and protective clothing are essential. · 8–10 (Very High) — Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may burn in under 10 minutes. · 11+ (Extreme) — Avoid outdoor exposure if possible. Unprotected fair skin can burn in less than 5 minutes. Note: These recommendations are based on lightly tanned skin (Fitzpatrick Type II). If you have lighter skin, children, or are on photosensitizing medication, take extra care. Those with darker skin tones may tolerate more exposure, but UV damage is cumulative for everyone. Perfect For · Anyone who wants a fast UV check before heading out · People who care about skin protection and sunscreen timing · Those who want just the essential info without a complex weather app · Runners, hikers, commuters — anyone active under the sun UV check — one second is all it takes.