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by rayiner 4398 days ago
> Do users really don't care and blindly ignore all security warnings?

Whenever I install an app on my Nexus 5, I click through the "this app wants XYZ permissions" dialog without reading it. Not only do I not read it, I get a little angry each time because I can't do anything with the information and it's just in my way.

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Yeah this popup really lacks a way to accept/refuse some permissions based on what seems logical for the app.

I would typically uncheck a lot of permissions on some apps, but since I can't do that I'll just click through if I really want it or cancel if I don't.

BlackBerry 10 has a similar implementation but allows you to choose if you want to enable that feature. When using the app, if it needs a permission you didn't grant, I believe it will prompt you again giving you the option to ignore it (at least that's how I last remember it..)
> I get a little angry each time because I can't do anything with the information and it's just in my way.

I don't install apps that require permissions I'm not happy with. Don't be so callous with your own security.

My phone is already sending everything to Google, so what do I care?
Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability.

If you've taken the decision that none of these three is worth the hassle, that can be a fine decision.

You're disclaiming liability by agreeing.