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A new app called Death Clock is making waves by predicting the death date of its users while offering personalized tips to extend their lifespan.
This concept isn’t entirely new—TechCrunch reported on a similar iPod app in 2006. However, according to its developer Brett Franson, Death Clock is a major improvement. In an interview with Bloomberg, Franson explained that the app, powered by AI trained on over 1,200 life expectancy studies, offers far more accurate predictions than traditional mortality tables.
Naturally, I had to try it myself. The process started with basic questions about age, gender, and ethnicity, then moved on to more detailed questions about family history, mental health, and chronic illnesses. Finally, the app predicted I would die on February 28, 2074, at the ripe age of 90—but with better habits, I could live to 103.
For an annual subscription of $40, Death Clock suggests ways to improve your lifestyle and even displays a countdown clock to your estimated death.
While this prediction might seem like a curiosity, it has practical implications. As financial planner Ryan Zabrowski told Bloomberg, one of the biggest concerns for retirees is “outliving their money.” Accurate mortality estimates could be helpful in financial planning for retirement and beyond.
