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> The legal standard in the US is that the government must obtain a warrant to access cell site location information[1]. Sure. But it's pretty clear that the N
by mirimir 7y ago
> The legal standard in the US is that the government must obtain a warrant to access cell site location information[1].
Sure. But it's pretty clear that the NSA ignores laws.
> Perhaps the best option for those who live in authoritarian countries is to remove your SIM card while roaming and have a voicemail message asking people to email you.
Or just leave the phone at home. If for no other reason, because it'll likely get inspected when you enter the US.
- diebeforei485 7y agoLeaving the phone at home is harder than it sounds for people who fly long distances. It means you're 24+ hours, 3 planes and two layovers, plus taxi rides or rental cars, without a phone. And you have to then communicate your temporary local phone number to your existing contacts, including your boss/coworkers and your family, but somehow do that without your phone. Not impossible, but very annoying. And you might need your phone for 2FA login to your work email.