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Unfortunately the iOS support is a sham. I tested myself, and the rumors that iOS does not randomize MACs turns out to be true. Not only does it not simply chan
by developer2 9y ago
Unfortunately the iOS support is a sham. I tested myself, and the rumors that iOS does not randomize MACs turns out to be true. Not only does it not simply change over time, it doesn't even change when you restart the device. I walked around for a week, and my MAC never changed.
Apparently, if it ever works at all, you have to run settings that nobody uses - including, iirc, not being connected to a cell tower. I used to spread the same FUD of "iOS does this!", but the truth is it's a lie.
- zaarn 9y agoIt only uses the random MAC for Wifi probes, no router I know of records these but they can be sniffed. Any real connection uses proper MAC. If you want random MACs everytime I recommend Linux + a fairly recent NetworkManager.
- jandrese 9y agoUnfortunately randomizing MACs for active connections has some usability concerns, especially with paid WiFi APs (Airports, Hotels, etc...). The best solution would be to make up a random but persistent MAC per connection, but that seems to be too difficult for some reason.