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N.Y., N.J. Unveil New ‘COVID Alert’ Apps That Notify Users If They’re Within 6 Feet Of Someone Who Has Tested Positive
WLNY ^ | 10/01/20

Posted on 10/09/2020 2:29:57 PM PDT by Enlightened1

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To: Grampa Dave

Yes...


61 posted on 10/09/2020 3:36:34 PM PDT by EEGator
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To: Rurudyne

Or use a flip phone.


62 posted on 10/09/2020 3:40:36 PM PDT by funfan
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To: Morpheus2009

So if your covid positive, leave your phone at home to prevent discrimination.


63 posted on 10/09/2020 3:54:14 PM PDT by D Rider
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To: Enlightened1

Combine these apps with Google Maps Timeline to really track/follow you

Google Maps Timeline shows an estimate of places you may have been and routes you may have taken based on your Location History. You can edit your Timeline anytime. You can also delete your Location History—including time ranges—in Timeline anytime. Timeline is private, so only you can see it, and it’s available on mobile and desktop.


64 posted on 10/09/2020 4:16:46 PM PDT by Grampa Dave (The line that separated Satire, Democrats and Stupidity has vanished. (thanks to jonascord)!)
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To: D Rider

No it works by contact tracing and testing/ When you test positive they send you a code that you put on your phone

“Obviously, tracking COVID-19 cases is a two-way street. The governor said when someone tests positive the Department of Health will send them a password that will register them within the app. Then, other phones that have downloaded the app will be notified when they come within six feet of the infected person’s phone.”

Shady. I wonder what happens after 1o days of being a phone leper which is how long your are infectious for. I bet they make you go back and get retested and then you will have to remove yourself from the app.
No thanks


65 posted on 10/09/2020 4:54:34 PM PDT by funfan
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To: Enlightened1

How do you get off the list if you were positive two months ago.

Will cops not give me a speeding ticket then?


66 posted on 10/09/2020 5:28:08 PM PDT by If You Want It Fixed - Fix It
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To: funfan

Yep.

Frankly, I just like not being able to be reached.

If I didn’t have family I’d possibly yank the ground line.


67 posted on 10/09/2020 7:42:26 PM PDT by Rurudyne (Standup Philosopher)
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To: If You Want It Fixed - Fix It

If you want to bury this app spread the rumor it has a secret feature to identify Democrats.


68 posted on 10/09/2020 7:44:12 PM PDT by Rurudyne (Standup Philosopher)
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To: Enlightened1

HIPPA violation?


69 posted on 10/09/2020 7:45:51 PM PDT by moviefan8
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To: Rurudyne

Twice I’ve had cell pohnes and twice I’ve stopped using them entirely. Landline use only and people can leave a message if they need to get hold of me.

I like my freedom!


70 posted on 10/09/2020 7:47:48 PM PDT by caww (...This constant pretending the president is a problem is pure evil!...)
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To: EEGator

I want one that lets me know when violent felons, AIDS carriers and registered Democrats are within 6 feet of me.

Take my money!!


71 posted on 10/09/2020 8:16:43 PM PDT by Delta 21 (Get off your ass and earn it!)
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To: Delta 21
Almost always!...


72 posted on 10/09/2020 8:18:53 PM PDT by EEGator
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To: kaehurowing

Another reason why I don’t use a cell phone.


73 posted on 10/10/2020 5:38:54 AM PDT by ridesthemiles
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