NOVID

NOVID

Stop the Spread

239 ratings
40 reviews
Free

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Released
May 11, 2020
Updated
March 28, 2022

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This app provides proactive COVID-19 exposure alerts by warning you about potential cases within your personal network before you are exposed. It utilizes anonymous identifiers and Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ultrasound technology to create a personalized COVID Radar, acting as a shield against the spread of the virus while maintaining user privacy.

βœ“Proactive COVID-19 case warnings
βœ“Personal network exposure alerts
βœ“Anonymous identifier generation
βœ“Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ultrasound scanning
βœ“Personalized COVID Radar
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What's New in NOVID

4.1.3

March 28, 2022

Version 4.1.3 includes minor bug fixes.

User reviews

Amazing tech

Love this app - recommend A++

Brilliant application but it’s a little weird that you ask for microphone access

It would be good to know more clearly why you need microphone access.

Maybe I’m reading the contact reports wrong.

NOVID tells me I’ve had prolonged contacts when I’ve been home alone for two days. Any idea why that would be?

Amazing idea, but needs more downloads

This is a revolutionary app because it’s the only preexposure notification app. The app itself is well laid out and easy to use and understand. The only problem is that not enough people know about this app or have downloaded it. It is an amazing idea but needs more downloads to be effective. PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE APP AND TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW TO DO THE SAME!! (There is an easy way to share the app in the settings)
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Does it really work?

It’s a good app design and some people seem to be having success with it. I know that before the app had to be open to work on iOS, and now the new wifi background mode seemed promising. However, my roommates and I all have this app. We tested it both ways, with the app open and in background mode, none of us got a new connection. I have had this app for around 4-5 months, and live in a decent sized college town. I have never got even 1 connection. I even have kept it open in public, like it recommends. I keep it, because I think it’s important. However, I am not sure it actually works..
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Keeps crashing, cannot open

Bug

Setup fails, stuck on permissions screen

Bug

App stuck on 'scanning forever'

Bug

Does not seem to run in the background

Bug

Failed to register any contacts even when tested directly

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Requested Features

5 requests

Clarify microphone access purpose

Feature

Increase app promotion and downloads

Feature

Integrate with Apple/Google exposure notification API

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Improve background operation for iOS

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Make app usage less effortful

Feature

FAQ

What does the NOVID app do?

NOVID is designed to warn you about potential COVID-19 cases within your personal network before you are exposed. It provides personalized COVID Radar insights into disease spread and offers exposure alerts if you have been near individuals who later report positive tests, all while maintaining your anonymity.

How does NOVID ensure user privacy?

The app generates a random, anonymous identifier that is not linked to any personal information. Users do not need to provide an email, phone number, username, or password. It scans for nearby anonymous identifiers using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ultrasound, transmitting only these anonymous identifiers.

Is NOVID a paid app?

Based on the provided information, NOVID is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating it is offered at no cost to the user.

Where can NOVID be used?

While the app was primarily designed for use in specific locations like Allegheny County, Georgia Tech, Harvard, and others, its underlying technology for detecting nearby anonymous identifiers can function in any area where Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ultrasound signals are present.

What are the main features of NOVID?

Key features include proactive warnings about COVID-19 cases in your personal network, personalized exposure alerts, the generation of random anonymous identifiers for privacy, and the use of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ultrasound for scanning nearby devices.