Apple and Google announced on Tuesday that they will include a COVID-19 tracing feature in their respective operating systems, rather than requiring users to download an app. For smartphones that opt in to the feature, Apple's iOS and Google's Android operating systems will use Bluetooth signals to track whether a user has come into close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. The feature will not collect any identifying information from those who opt into it, but will be able to send notifications to users who may have been exposed to the virus. Read More...
Apple and Google announced on Tuesday that they will include a COVID-19 tracing feature in their respective operating systems, rather than requiring users to download an app. For smartphones that opt in to the feature, Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android operating systems will use Bluetooth signals to track whether a user has come into close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. The feature will not collect any identifying information from those who opt into it, but will be able to send notifications to users who may have been exposed to the virus.
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