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Google and Apple's joint work for COVID exposure notifications is an idea worth keeping around

By Jerry Hildenbrand Published

Even when we no longer need COVID exposure warnings, the work done by Google and Apple is great for privacy.

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Google Search makes it easier to find at-home COVID-19 tests

By Derrek Lee Published

Google has announced a new feature in Search that allows users to easily locate stores with at-home COVID-19 tests.

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Phone shortages could get worse as Foxconn halts Shenzhen operation

By Jay Bonggolto Last updated

As the number of COVID-19 cases increased, Shenzhen was once again placed under lockdown, forcing Foxconn and other manufacturers to suspend operations in the area.

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Google withdraws its in-person CES 2022 attendance amid Omicron threat

By Jay Bonggolto Published

Google has confirmed its withdrawal from CES 2022 due to the growing threat posed by COVID-19's Omicron variant.

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Google to suspend, then fire employees that don't comply with vaccine mandate

By Michael L Hicks Published

Google is escalating its vaccination requirements as a result of Biden's executive order for larger companies to regularly test or require vaccination proof from employees.

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Google postpones mandatory return-to-office for US employees yet again

By Jay Bonggolto Published

Google employees in the United States will not be required to report to in-office work on January 10, 2022, as previously announced.

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How to upload your vaccination card in Samsung Pay

By Andrew Myrick Published

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UK vaccine passport app produces broken QR codes on popular Android phones

By Alex Dobie Last updated

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Google Pay can now show digital COVID-19 vaccination cards in the US

By Michael Allison Published

Google is rolling out an update to its Passes API that'll let users download and display "COVID Cards" with Google Pay.

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Google blocks the UK's NHS COVID-19 app update over privacy concerns

By Michael Allison Last updated

Google has rejected an app update to the UK's NHS COVID-19 app over plans to request location data from users.

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