Modern smartphones are built-in sensors detect movement of the user, depending on the position of the device screen turns. A group of researchers based in the United States that earthquake early warning systems smartphone as a useful tool that will save the lives of many people.

According to 3dnews.ru, smartphones, thanks to built-in accelerometers is possible to predict an earthquake with a magnitude of 7 or more.

According to a study, combining data from accelerometers and GPS modules, created in real-time accurate map of seismic activity.

Note that this service is free of charge. Smartphone users smartphone endanger the installation of a special program designed to provide immediate notification is sufficient.

However, in order to realize high-precision analysis to obtain the information needed on the seismically active regions. Many tasks are necessary for this purpose.