Credit: GoogleTL;DRGoogle is working on making Android earthquake alerts shareable.When you get an alert, you may see an option to share the message.The message will include the hashtag #AndroidEarthquakeAlerts.Google launched an earthquake alert system for Android back in 2020, allowing users to get early warnings before the shaking begins. In 2024, the tech giant expanded the feature to cover all 50 states in the US, plus six US territories. Now, an APK teardown reveals the Mountain View firm is working on a new update that should help spread the word when an earthquake happens. Authority Insights You're reading an Authority Insights story. Subscribe to our new Authority Insights newsletter for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else.sign up now By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. If you’re unfamiliar with the Android Earthquakes Alert System (AEAS), it uses the accelerometers in Android phones to sense vibrations. If these sensors detect vibration, the AEAS will analyze the crowdsourced data to detect if an earthquake is occurring. It’s not a perfect system, as it has failed before, but it is still an effective feature that has helped keep people safe.