What is Breathable?
Breathable offers a customizable Air Quality Index widget designed for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and macOS devices. It provides real-time air quality data to help users quickly determine if it's safe to go outside, addressing growing global concerns about air pollution. The widget supports data from IQAir.com worldwide and AirNow.gov in the USA, using United States Air Quality Index values for consistency.
Users can set locations via device GPS, map selection, or search by postal code, place name, or address, with coordinates used solely for AQI requests and not shared with third parties. Customization options include font changes, data point toggles, and an Emoji Scale for a user-friendly display. Setup involves creating free API accounts, configuring locations, and adding widgets to devices, with API keys syncing via iCloud for seamless cross-device use.
Features
- Customizable Widgets: Change fonts, toggle data points, and use Emoji Scale for friendly displays
- Multi-Service AQI Data: Supports IQAir.com worldwide and AirNow.gov in the USA with US AQI values
- Location Flexibility: Set locations via device GPS, map selection, or search by postal code, place name, or address
- Cross-Device Syncing: API keys automatically sync with iCloud for one-time setup across all devices
- Free Access: No cost for the app, with proceeds from previous sales donated to climate change foundations
Use Cases
- Monitoring local air quality for health and safety decisions
- Checking outdoor conditions before activities like exercise or travel
- Staying informed about air pollution levels in real-time
- Customizing device widgets with personalized AQI displays
- Using across multiple Apple devices with seamless synchronization
FAQs
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What data sources does Breathable use for air quality information?
Breathable uses AQI data from IQAir.com for worldwide coverage and AirNow.gov for the USA, both offering free accounts and API access for personal use. -
How can I set a location in Breathable?
You can set a location by using your device's current GPS, selecting a place on the world map, or searching by postal code, place name, or address. -
Are my location coordinates shared with third parties?
No, coordinates are only used to request AQI data and are never shared with Karbon or any other third-parties. -
Can I customize the appearance of the Breathable widget?
Yes, you can customize widgets by changing fonts, toggling data points, and using the Emoji Scale with provided sets or your own emoji for each scale value. -
How do I set up Breathable across multiple Apple devices?
After creating free API accounts, API keys automatically sync with iCloud, allowing a one-time setup that works across all your devices.
