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SINGAPORE: Registering in public places with TraceTogether could become easier and faster, if a new device under test at the Downtown East mall receives the green light.
Designed and built by Smart Nation and Digital Government Group (SNDGG), SafeEntry Gateway aims to provide a “more seamless and convenient check-in experience” for TraceTogether users, who can avoid long lines to scan QR codes or their credit cards. identity. for SafeEntry check-in that is sometimes seen during rush hours at popular locations.
SafeEntry Gateway detects the TraceTogether app and active token users, and records visitor registrations by exchanging Bluetooth signals.
Token users only have to bring their tokens within 5-15cm of the device to scan, while those using the phone app will have to turn on their Bluetooth, open the app, and bring their phone closer to the device. A beep and light will activate when registration is successful.
The process only takes a few seconds and is similar to using an EZ-Link card on public transportation.
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A person using the SafeEntry Gateway device in Downtown East.
The device has been in testing at three entrances in Downtown East since early October. Each prototype costs less than S $ 100, excluding operating costs, although the actual cost of the device will depend on its final design, SNDGG said in response to CNA inquiries.
The test will last until the end of the year.
SNDGG told CNA that SafeEntry Gateway testing could be expanded to other locations that will be testing mandatory TraceTogether records.
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A sign on the SafeEntry Gateway device in Downtown East.
Authorities have said that one of the criteria for Singapore to move into Phase 3 of its reopening is a 70 percent participation rate in TraceTogether, which is based on proximity data exchanged over Bluetooth to help authorities to Identify a list of possible close contacts for COVID-19. cases.
More than 50 percent of Singapore’s population is currently on board the program, and more than 2.9 million people use the token or app.
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