Be prepared with Air Bubbles: Air Quality in Real Time
If pollutants in the air affect your health, then Air Bubbles: Air Quality in Real Time can help. This handy app shows you the AQI (air quality index) numbers around you and around the world too. So, if you are planning a day trip or just need to know before you walk out the door, this app can help you prepare.
Check your local bubbles
After enabling your location, the app will zoom right in on the map for you. The bubbles are color-coded so that you can see at a glance where the air quality is poor. You can also tap a bubble to show the exact location.
Search for a city worldwide
The app currently works in the United States, Canada, Greater China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Colombia, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Mongolia. More regions are on the way and you can search for a specific city in one of these areas.
See what the numbers mean
Tapping the information icon will pop open a window with definitions of the AQI. You will see the colors and numbers along with what they mean. The app also offers push notifications for when the air quality will be poor in your area and you can receive those alerts on your Apple Watch too.
Air Bubbles: Air Quality in Real Time is a useful app to have for immediate air quality information. And, for those who experience health problems when pollutants in the air are at a high, it is a must-have app. Know what you are walking out into, before even opening the door.
Air Bubbles: Air Quality in Real Time is designed for iPhone and iPad. It is available for free on the App Store without in-app purchases. So, it is definitely worth a look if air quality is a concern for you or a loved one.
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