An independent study conducted by researchers from software company Mysk indicated Apple tracks and collects data from iPhone users despite user setting preferences, Gizmodo reports. "Opting-out or switching the personalization options off did not reduce the amount of detailed analytics that the app was sending," researcher Tommy Mysk said. The research was conducted on two Apple devices and included analysis of Apple's App Store as well as Apple Music, TV, Books and Stocks.
Independent review reveals persistent Apple tracking, data collection
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