“Bear attacks are a real problem when camping in the mountains. Are there any new Android applications that could help out in the event of a bear attack?”
——
Response:
I don’t know about Android apps, but there is an application called Caxixi which is written for Samsung Windows Mobile phones.
During (or before) a bear attack, it is best to make loud noises in an effort to scare the bear away. With Caxixi, the user can create the sound of percussion instruments by shaking the phone. This could help scare a bear away.
Another application that could come in handy during a bear attack is an app for Windows Mobile 5 and 6 PocketPCs called ‘Dog whistle’. The sound of a dog whistle might have a calming effect on a bear because bears are in the dog family.
These are just two ideas. I’ll let you know if I think of any others.
I’ve noticed your website a while ago, just never really got a chance to post anything back. I found it to be very useful and would like to see if you are able to get in touch with me and maybe we can have a discussion on a few of these topics. Would appreciate a response back.
Are there any topics in particular that you would like to discuss?