Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

The Esri ArcGIS app (Windows 8) is useful for organizations that wish to build their own relief-related maps. The app lets you preview different data skews and features from Esri's mapping software. Mobile technologies can help people find shelter information in time of need. Government Agency Apps. Apps Made by Nonprofits.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Mobile technology, web apps, and mapping software have become enormously helpful in sharing news and spreading information about relief efforts after Hurricane Sandy. Additionally, FEMA's apps for Apple, Android, and Blackberry provide weather information as well as tips for what to do during and after a hurricane.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

A positive feedback loop means little hope of homeostasis -- that's a little shout-out to the bio majors in the crowd -- but at least we have data visualization: The 2010 US Census has published a lot of detailed information. The government has also published a map of broadband availability nationwide. Want to create more data?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

The FEMA app includes preparation guidelines for a variety of disasters, including checklists, safety tips, and local shelter maps. Once you've downloaded the app, all this information is accessible regardless of whether you have phone service or internet access during an emergency. Shelter information is updated every 30 minutes.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 12, 2013

Like the other apps in this list, Quicken Mobile syncs with your desktop version of the software so you always have the most up-to-date information available — regardless of what device you're using. And based on the information you provide, TaxCaster will recommend the right TurboTax software for your organization.

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NTEN

JULY 28, 2010

Mobile web usage is relevant and successful when it can deliver the exact information that the mobile user needs or wants. Mobile web pages are effective when they deliver precisely targeted information. Mobile visitors have limited non-standard browsers with which to get information. Not so with the mobile web.

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Tech Soup

JULY 24, 2013

The mobile website developed on Guide by Cell can be accessed by any iPhone, Android, Blackberry, or Windows smartphone platform. Multimedia, Maps, Social : Upload and share multimedia content like video, audio, text, and images on your mobile website. You can also integrate maps and social media features.

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