MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker1.8.6
Publisher Description
Stay connected to Kilauea - one of the world's most active volcanoes - with real-time data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
MagmaSync delivers live volcano monitoring data, eruption forecasts, and observatory messages straight to your iPhone. Whether you're a resident of Hawaii, a traveler, a geology enthusiast, or a researcher, MagmaSync keeps you informed with the latest from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO).
REAL-TIME MONITORING
- View the current alert level and aviation color code at a glance
- Read official observatory messages as they're published by USGS/HVO
- Track eruption status - erupting, fountaining, overflowing, or paused
USGS POWERED ERUPTION FORECASTS
- Get USGS predicted eruption forecast windows
PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
- Receive instant alerts when the volcano's alert level or aviation color code changes
- Get notified when new observatory messages are published
- Stay ahead with time-sensitive eruption forecast window updates
LIVE CAMERAS
- Watch Kīlauea live from multiple USGS/HVO volcano cameras
- See eruption activity, lava flows, and summit views in real time
- Switch between camera angles without leaving the app
GROUND DEFORMATION
- View USGS electronic tilt plots for the summit and East Rift Zone
- Track how the volcano is inflating or deflating over 2 days, a week, a month, or 3 months
- Pinch or double-tap to zoom in on the plots for a closer look
- Built-in guide explains how to read the charts
WEATHER AT THE SUMMIT
- Check current conditions at Kīlauea powered by Apple WeatherKit
- Hourly forecast, 10-day outlook, UV index, and rain probability
- Sunrise and sunset times, visibility, and active weather alerts
MULTI-LANGUAGE TRANSLATION
- Translate observatory messages into dozens of languages
- Powered by Apple's on-device Translation framework - works offline
- Enable auto-translate for seamless reading in your preferred language
AI-GENERATED SUMMARIES
- Get concise, easy-to-understand summaries of lengthy observatory messages
- Powered by Apple Intelligence - processed entirely on your device
- Choose your preferred summary language
DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE
- Clean, intuitive interface with beautiful dynamic visuals
- Dark mode and light mode support with customizable appearance
- No account or login required - just open and explore
- Completely free with no in-app purchases or ads
DISCLAIMER & LEGAL
MagmaSync is an independent, third-party app. It is NOT an official product of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), or any government agency. MagmaSync is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the USGS or any federal, state, or local government entity.
All volcano monitoring data displayed in the app originates from publicly available USGS sources. While we strive to deliver accurate and timely information, MagmaSync does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any data or notifications.
MagmaSync is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for official emergency alerts or safety guidance. Notifications may experience network or processing delays. AI-generated translations and summaries may be inaccurate or incomplete. For real-time safety updates and emergency instructions, always consult official local government authorities. By using MagmaSync, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, available at https://magmasync.web.app.
Version History - Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.6 3d ago - iOS 27 Ready.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.5 Sep 14 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.4 Sep 3 - UIUX, performance and stability improvements. 1.8.3 Aug 27 - Deep iOS integration — now supports Shortcuts and Ask Siri.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.2 Aug 4 - Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.8.1 Jul 21 - Browse the cameras on an interactive summit map, plus five new webcam views.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.8 Jul 10 - Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.7.1 Jul 6 - Eruption History, explore past episodes in rich and interactive charts.
- Optimized for iPad, a redesigned layout that makes the most of the bigger screen.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.7 Jul 3 - UIUX optimization.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.6.2 Jun 30 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.6.1 Jun 20 - Now support Home & Lock Screen Widgets - Pin Kīlauea's eruption status and alert level to your Home Screen or Lock Screen for a glance-and-go update.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.6 Jun 20 - UI enhancement.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.5.2 Jun 13 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.5.1 Jun 12 - Now on Apple Watch. Kīlauea's forecast, eruption status, alert levels, and the latest observatory notice right on your wrist. 1.5 Jun 6 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.4.2 May 19 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.4.1 May 18 - Thermal Imagery, spot active lava heat even when ash, fog, or darkness obscures the visible-light view.
- Daily Update, read USGS HVO's official Daily Update inside the app.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.4 May 11 - Introducing Critical Alerts: Opt in to be woken up the moment Kīlauea begins erupting, even when your phone is silenced or in Do Not Disturb.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.3 Apr 30 - Now available in Simplified Chinese.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Drunk too much coffee. 1.2.1 Apr 22 - New Weather tab with current conditions, hourly, and 10-day forecast for Kīlauea.
- New Ground Deformation section showing USGS tilt plots, see how the volcano is inflating or deflating at a glance.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Squashed a few cinders and buffed the basalt. 1.2 Apr 16 - Swept up some volcanic ash in the codebase and made performance improvements.
- Still amazed by the Episode 44 eruption.
Recent update:
- Live streaming of volcanic activity from Kīlauea, now available in-app. 1.1.1 Apr 10 - New feature, now you can watch live volcanic activity from Kīlauea directly in the app.
- Swept up some volcanic ash in the code base and optimized a few things. 1.1 Apr 9 - This update brings stability improvements.
- We watched a lot of lava footage to make sure everything flows smoothly.
- We also snuck in a little something, pull down on the main screen to find it. 1.0.1 Apr 8 1.0 Apr 6
About MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker
The company that develops MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker is Shuangquan Li. The latest version released by its developer is 1.8.6.
To install MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2026-10-14 and was downloaded 0 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker on your iOS device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
- Once the MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
- If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
- After MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
- Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.
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version 1.8.6
posted on 2026-10-14
Version History - Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.6 3d ago - iOS 27 Ready.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.5 Sep 14 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.4 Sep 3 - UIUX, performance and stability improvements. 1.8.3 Aug 27 - Deep iOS integration — now supports Shortcuts and Ask Siri.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.8.2 Aug 4 - Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.8.1 Jul 21 - Browse the cameras on an interactive summit map, plus five new webcam views.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.8 Jul 10 - Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.7.1 Jul 6 - Eruption History, explore past episodes in rich and interactive charts.
- Optimized for iPad, a redesigned layout that makes the most of the bigger screen.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Other minor UIUX optimization. 1.7 Jul 3 - UIUX optimization.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.6.2 Jun 30 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.6.1 Jun 20 - Now support Home & Lock Screen Widgets - Pin Kīlauea's eruption status and alert level to your Home Screen or Lock Screen for a glance-and-go update.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.6 Jun 20 - UI enhancement.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.5.2 Jun 13 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.5.1 Jun 12 - Now on Apple Watch. Kīlauea's forecast, eruption status, alert levels, and the latest observatory notice right on your wrist. 1.5 Jun 6 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.4.2 May 19 - Performance and stability improvements. 1.4.1 May 18 - Thermal Imagery, spot active lava heat even when ash, fog, or darkness obscures the visible-light view.
- Daily Update, read USGS HVO's official Daily Update inside the app.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.4 May 11 - Introducing Critical Alerts: Opt in to be woken up the moment Kīlauea begins erupting, even when your phone is silenced or in Do Not Disturb.
- Performance and stability improvements. 1.3 Apr 30 - Now available in Simplified Chinese.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Drunk too much coffee. 1.2.1 Apr 22 - New Weather tab with current conditions, hourly, and 10-day forecast for Kīlauea.
- New Ground Deformation section showing USGS tilt plots, see how the volcano is inflating or deflating at a glance.
- Performance and stability improvements.
- Squashed a few cinders and buffed the basalt. 1.2 Apr 16 - Swept up some volcanic ash in the codebase and made performance improvements.
- Still amazed by the Episode 44 eruption.
Recent update:
- Live streaming of volcanic activity from Kīlauea, now available in-app. 1.1.1 Apr 10 - New feature, now you can watch live volcanic activity from Kīlauea directly in the app.
- Swept up some volcanic ash in the code base and optimized a few things. 1.1 Apr 9 - This update brings stability improvements.
- We watched a lot of lava footage to make sure everything flows smoothly.
- We also snuck in a little something, pull down on the main screen to find it. 1.0.1 Apr 8 1.0 Apr 6
