COVIDWISE is a COVID-19 exposure notification app officially developed for the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health (VDH). It uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) API framework developed by Apple and Google, which doesn’t track your location or personal data. Instead, it alerts you if you’ve been close to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, without revealing your identity or location. Laboratory results of people who test positive for COVID-19 are shared with VDH, who will provide COVIDWISE users with a personal identification number (PIN) to report a positive result.
COVIDWISE: Features and Description
COVIDWISE is easy to use and works in the background, even if the app is closed. If someone reports a positive COVID-19 test result on the app, the BLE signals search for other app users who have shared the signal. If both devices are close enough, the users will be notified of the exposure, without revealing any personal data or location. The app doesn’t drain the device’s battery at a rate that would occur with other apps that use normal Bluetooth. Currently, the COVIDWISE app is only available for Apple iPhone users, but it may be supported on other devices soon.
Specifications: COVIDWISE
Price:
Free
File Size:
5,425.00 KB
Version:
1.2
Supported Device:
Apple iPhone
COVIDWISE: Pros and Cons
Pros
The app is secure to use
The app is regularly improving
Bug fixes with each update
The support is good
The app is free to download and use
Cons
It lacks some features
Sometimes the support can be slow
It could improve privacy features
COVIDWISE: Benefits
The design is user-friendly
Helps in timely follow-ups
Good performance
Mobile applications allow users to search bar
The customer support is good
The app is free to download and use
COVIDWISE: Feedbacks
Positive
Overall, I find COVIDWISE to be a functional hub for my iOS devices
Negative
If you are concerned about privacy, then COVIDWISE is not the best option
So many annoyances, so little time. Slow, bulky, difficult to use/navigate, and works VERY poorly sometimes with my iPod and iPhone
I don’t think that COVIDWISE is useful. It’s time to move on to something easier, also the COVIDWISE needs to fix some bugs
FAQ
What is the User rating of COVIDWISE on App Store?
As per the App Store rating, COVIDWISE has 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 600 user ratings.
What Is the Price Plan of the COVIDWISE?
COVIDWISE is completely free.
Which devices and operating systems are compatible with COVIDWISE?
Currently, COVIDWISE is only available for Apple iPhone with iOS operating systems, but it may support other devices in the future.
What Is the Current App Version of the COVIDWISE?
The current version of COVIDWISE is 1.2.
What is the Download Size of the App?
The download size of the COVIDWISE App is 5,425.00 KB (Where 1 MB=1000 KB).
Does the App offer better Security?
COVIDWISE does not track your location or personal data, but it still needs to boost security in some areas.
Who is the Developer of this App?
COVIDWISE is developed by the Virginia Department of Health. Visit the official website or developer profile on App Store for more information.
Which Apple Devices Does the App Currently Support?
COVIDWISE currently supports the following Apple devices: iPhone 6 and newer.
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