WhoBIRD is now deprecated on certified Android devices

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Google will require Android app developers to submit personal identity details starting in 2026/2027.
whoBIRD is a bird sound recognition app powered by BirdNET, identifying over 6,000 bird species globally.
The app works offline, analyzing bird sounds in real time on your device without an internet connection.
Features include bird detection display, detailed observation lists, and options to backup or share data.
Settings allow customization like ignoring date/place, showing images, selecting audio sources, and applying filters.
Advanced features include weighted meta models for migratory birds and saving .wav files (with storage warnings).
Available in multiple languages (Android 13+), with translations managed via an external link.
Licensed under GPLv3, with acknowledgments to BirdNET, TensorFlow, and other open-source projects.

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