Apple Updates Siri to Screen for the COVID19 Corona Virus

Apple has updated Siri, its virtual digital assistant, to screen for the COVID19 virus.

To use the new feature, just ask Siri, "Do I have the Corona Virus?"

Siri will then ask a series of Yes/No screening questions developed based on CDC criteria. 

Users who answer "yes" to these questions, like those referencing COVID-19 symptoms, are advised to self-isolate, monitor the situation, or contact a medical provider if the condition worsens, are age 65 or over, or have a serious medical condition.

Siri can be found on Apple's iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, macOS, and tvOS operating systems and devices.

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Google Launches COVID19 Portal

Google has launched a new COVID19 portal, google.com/covid19, that focuses on education, prevention and local resources on the COVID19 virus at the center of the worldwide pandemic.

Users can use the site to find state-based information, safety and prevention tips, search trends related to COVID-19, and further resources for individuals, educators and businesses. 

The portal will soon be available in more languages and countries.

This new site is in addition to new features on Google Search that provides easy access to more authoritative information.

Source:  Google.com

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Pokemon Go Cancels Community Days Due to Corona Virus

The news just keeps getting worse.

Among the many sporting, cultural and educational events that have been cancelled or postponed due to the COVID-19 Corona virus, we can now add the Pokemon Go Community Day event. 

Niantic, the developer and publisher of Pokemon Go, announced that the March Community Day has been postponed.

The March event was an Abra Community Day.  Sorry Abra!

Pokemon Go, known for getting mobile gamers off their couches and out and about in the community to play the game with others, announced the postponement to reduce the spread of the virus.

But all is not lost..

Niantic announced several changes to the Pokemon Go game to allow users who stay at home to still enjoy the game:

• A one-time purchase bundle of 30 Incense for 1 PokéCoin. Incense will also last for one hour.
• 1/2 Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed into Incubators during this time period
• PokéStops will now drop Gifts more frequently
• Pokémon habitats will increase and more Pokémon will be appearing in the wild

These changes are in effect until further notice.

So remember to keep your "social distance" or stay at home and continue to play Pokemon Go safely.

And wash your hands!

Source:  PokemonGoLive


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How to Clean and Disinfect Your iPhone

What's dirtier, your mobile phone or toilet?  Well, if you haven't cleaned it lately, it might just be your iPhone.

Think about it.  As you go through your day touching everything, you're bound to pass along any nasty germs you've collected to your phone.

With the world wide pandemic of the Corona virus, COVID-19, cleaning your iPhone becomes an important step in helping to keep you and your family safe.

Apple has finally shared that you can disinfect your iPhone.

Is it OK to use a disinfectant on my iPhone?Using a 70 percent isopropyl alcohol wipe or Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, you may gently wipe the exterior surfaces of your iPhone. Don't use bleach. Avoid getting moisture in any openings, and don't submerge your iPhone in any cleaning agents.

Apple expands on how to clean different models of iPhone in its online reference HERE.


We'll look to post additional information on cleaning Android phones in the near future.

Oh, don't forget to wash your hands.  Learn more on how to protect yourself from infections from the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC).

Source:  Apple

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