MANILA, Philippines - With today’s unpredictable weather condition, people on the go have found an easy way to be prepared with the free download of GMA Network’s IMReady mobile app, which recently took the top spot in the News category of both the Apple App and Google Play Store.
Simple, convenient, accessible and easy to use, IMReady’s free mobile app has gained popularity among smartphone users in the country since it was launched early this year.
The free mobile app has since generated positive feedback from netizens and enjoys a rating of four and a half stars in Google Play Store.
Powered by GMA News and Public Affairs and GMA New Media, IMReady is the Philippines’ one-stop-shop for real-time information on safety and preparedness.
Similar to its online version, the IMReady mobile app provides hourly weather forecast for up to three days, map view of traffic situations, and news alerts.
The app integrates data from the Weather Company, Project NOAH-ClimateX, PAGASA, MMDA, and Waze — Google’s community traffic and GPS navigation system.
Mobile users can continue to download the IMReady app from the Google Play Store for Android units or the Apple App Store for iOS devices.
To download, go to the app store, search for IMReady and click “Install.” The free app is optimized for ICS (version 4.0.3) and up for Android and iOS 6 and above for Apple.
Those who have downloaded the IMR app only have great reviews to give. Google Play user Jake commented: “Thanks to this app, I can now monitor the traffic and gasoline prices. It is very helpful and very user-friendly. Its simplicity just makes this app amazing and very convenient to use.”
Netizen Justin, meanwhile, enthused that the IMR app is “very useful because it shows traffic flow within my location. Thanks GMA.”
User PRGM97 lauded the app: “I give it five stars! It has been part of my daily routine. Every morning, I would open the app and look at the weather. It also has useful tools which help me to know what is going on at all times. You guys really did a great job. Superb!”
“It is packed with local weather information, delayed flight announcements, and even gas hikes! I’m so satisfied with IMReady app,” agreed @cherrylouhere.
Netizens can still join the growing online community of IMReady via Facebook (Facebook.com/imreadyph), Twitter (twitter.com/imreadyph), Instagram (@imreadyph) and the official IM Ready Waze Group, now the most popular and biggest Waze group in the country.