#typhoon watch

Philippines is subject to yet another supertyphoon, and our friends from Google and Globe Telecom have a few tips to share to everyone so we could prepare as much as we can before we feel the wrath of typhoon Hagupit. [caption id="attachment_76321" align="aligncenter" width="480"] Typhoon Hagupit as of 8:46PM, December 4, 2014 (through earth.nullschool.net)[/caption] We’ve previously reported on Google Public Alerts that now warns Filipinos of upcoming typhoons. This time, the crisis map for typhoon Hagupit has now been posted in addition to the main public alert page and ready to be viewed (just hit the links). Dim LCD screens and shorten screen timeout Minimize notifications and use phone only when necessary Customers in areas identified in the path of Typhoon Hagupit should also make sure their respective lists of contacts are in order. Moreover, we feel like these companies are looking at something more as each one are confirming that they're working on something else other than a smartphone or a tablet -- specifically a smartwatch. Samsung has already confirmed that they are working on a smartwatch, while companies such as LG, Apple and Google were reported to be working on one too. This isn't the first time someone's making an intelligent wristwatch, as gadgets like the Motorola MotoACTV and the Sony Smartwatch are already available for purchase now. Read more in our articles including "Tips on How to Prepare for Typhoon Hagupit" and "Are we ready for Wearable Technology?".