The technological experiments helping battle coronavirus | The World

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ABC News (Australia) posted this item about the use of smartphones and new technology to provide additional help in tracking and eliminating Covid-19.

As countries prepare to relax coronavirus restrictions, the question of how to prevent a second wave of infections and maintain physical distancing remains.

As Rachel Merritt reports, startups and engineers have been experimenting with new types of technology to help us remain vigilant.

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