| > There have been multiple articles on the matter shared here even. Here are the threads I'm aware of off the top of my head.
What other threads should I look into? - Apple's Cooperation with Authoritarian Governments[1] - Apple reportedly dropped plan for encrypting backups after FBI complained (2020)[2] - Apple puts more adverts in App Store after ad-tracking ban[3] - Apple to boost ads business as iPhone changes hurt Facebook[4] - Apple knew a supplier was using child labor but took 3 years to fully cut ties[5] [1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=26644216 [2] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=25777207 [3] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=27051736 [4] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=26901868 [5] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=25607386 |
2. This is for iCLOUD backups. Yes, that's a problem. But you can turn off iCloud backups totally...and then use your computer to make the backup while tethered and THAT can be encrypted. If your security conscience, don't use iCloud back-up. Yes.
3. Adverts in the App Store aren't tracking you. They're adverts in the app store. I forget that when someone these days sees an ad, their face melts.
4. Again, Apple isn't sitting there looking over your shoulder watching everything you do for the ads. The ads are for the apps that are "free" and get revenue from the ads in their apps. Usually pushing people to pay the $1.99 for the app. Annoying, yes. On the level of Facebook or Google? Not even close. But keep an eye on this.
5. Apple took 3 years to fully cut ties with a supplier using child labor. Fully cut ties. They are no longer doing it...but took their sweet time. Again, hold their feet to the fire over this.