On device data scan, however well-intended it may be, is an invasion of privacy. Server scan is entirely different matter, because it is an optional service whi

On device data scan, however well-intended it may be, is an invasion of privacy. Server scan is entirely different matter, because it is an optional service which may come with any clauses its provider may deem necessary. I understand that it doesn't scan everything, but it don't matter. What matter is there's an implemented technical capability to run scans against external fingerprint database. it's a tool which may be used for many needs. I hope some countries will prohibit Apple doing that. Germany with its strict anti-snooping laws comes to mind. Maybe Japan. The more, the better. Oh, and by the way, every tech-savvy sex predator now knows what they should avoid doing. As always with mass privacy invasions: criminals are the last to suffer from it.