INNOVATION- EAGLE SCOUT CREATES COOL, USEFUL IPHONE APP

 Eagle Scout Creates Cool, Useful iPhone App

If you’re in the wilderness and you can barely get a signal on your cell phone, there’s a chance you may you have an easier time sending a text message.
That’s because text messages don’t require the same amount of data that a phone call does.
So, if you’re in the remote wilderness and you find yourself in an emergency situation, it makes sense that it might actually be easier to send a text message for help, instead of trying to call 911.
Nick Entin, an Eagle Scout from Troop 128 in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., has created an iPhone app that — with just a few clicks — will send a text message to a number of recipients with your GPS coordinates and a message stating that you need immediate help.
Instead of fighting your way through a 911 call with a limited signal, you can send a more reliable message with just a few clicks. That frees you up to concentrate of staying safe until help arrives.

An issue regarding compatibility of the gps locator feature with iOS 5 has been reported. A fix has been submitted to Apple and will be available for download as soon as it is reviewed by Apple. Remember, updates are free once you buy the app, so download and enjoy today!

Emergency Beacon is a vital app for all outdoor enthusiasts. Emergency Beacon was made as a tool to help victims of natural disasters, falls, avalanches, or any other incident where they need to be rescued. The app features the ability to send your current gps coordinates by email or sms to a list of preset contacts, a built-in emergency survival guide, and an audible alarm to help rescue teams find your exact location.*

Why not just call 911? According to Gizmodo, a 1-minute phone call is 460,800% larger than a text message. After a natural disaster, cell phone calls often cannot be made due to overloaded cell towers. Text messages and emails don't require as strong a signal and will more easily be put through in a natural disaster.

Emergency Beacon is available for purchase ($.99) on the iOS App Store. Check it out and download today! If you like it, give it a rating and help spread the word!

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Click here to purchase it through iTunes.