The NHS has shown off some screenshots of the upcoming NHS contact tracing app before it’s deployed for further testing on the Isle of Wight. The rest of the UK can download it from mid-May.
The UK government has shown off some screenshots of the NHS contact tracing app before it tests the app amongst the public on the Isle of Wight later this week. The app allows users to record whether they have COVID-19 symptoms and it can then alert others who have been nearby. With notifications being sent before a person actually tests positive for COVID-19, it’s unclear whether users will abuse the system.
The app was previously tested at an RAF base and from tomorrow NHS and council staff on the Isle of Wight will be able to start using it.
