Teen’s Disaster Messaging App Can ‘Hop’ Across Bluetooth When Cellular Networks Collapse
A high school student created an app that uses Bluetooth to send messages during emergencies when cell networks are down. The app can hop between devices using Bluetooth to deliver crucial information in areas with damaged or destroyed cellular infrastructure. This innovation was inspired by the aftermath of earthquakes in southern Türkiye and northern Syria.
Why it's good news: It highlights a creative solution to stay connected in times of crisis.
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