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Apple and  Google  on Wednesday released the first version of exposure notification (earlier called contact tracing) Application Programming Interface (API) to select developers associated with public health authorities (PHAs) around the world. This is a developer-focused release and is consistent with both the companies deliver beta copies of their software at the same time. Aimed at helping developers begin testing in anticipation of the API's release in mid-May, another goal of the release is to encourage feedback that will help improve the various features, the tech giants said in a statement. "Collaboration and transparency have been two key principles of the project for both companies. Additional details will be announced on Friday," they added. Read Complete Article

Apple has announced it will soon display  coronavirus  testing sites directly on its Maps. For this, Apple has launched a portal for hospitals and healthcare providers to register as  coronavirus  screening locations. The concern team will then review the application and upon approval, the location will appear on Apple Maps. Apple Maps will be able to show information like the place name, the associated healthcare provider, contact phone number and website, 9To5Mac reported on Sunday. It will also surface information about the type of testing location (laboratory, hospital, etcetera) and the nature of the site (like drive-through, parking lot, or building). Apple is also asking applicants to state whether the testing location will require a doctor's referral or a scheduled appointment. Read Complete Article