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Re:UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data by JKCalhoun on Friday February 07, 2025 @09:28AM (#42972907)
So, "Just please sign into your phone for us, will you, and install this software update that we push through the pipe."
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Re:UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data by Hizonner on Friday February 07, 2025 @10:35AM (#42973835)
The phones auto-install updates all the time with no user intervention or even notification.
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Re:UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data by sureIy on Friday February 07, 2025 @01:17PM (#42975710)
I wish I was this naive.

Even AirTags receive firmware updates via Bluetooth. The iPhone when off has the capabilities of an AirTag.

If Apple wanted, they could. That's all I'm saying. If AUKUS & EU say "backdoor them or no more sales" you bet your safe encryption will be no more.

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