By Jake Kanter
07.05.2020 - 13:59 / dailyrecord.co.uk
The NHS has launched a new app to help trace the spread of coronavirus.
It's currently being tested on the Isle of Wight and could be a vital tool to help stem the spread of the virus when it is rolled out nationwide.
Not only does the app let people record their symptoms, but it can send an alert them if they have been near someone with signs the virus.
Does the app work, and is it effective?
Technology experts have had a first look at the app ahead of ahead of it going live in the UK.
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