Which is at least transparent and importantly: it leaves the user with a choice of not using Google services, e.g. Gmail, Drive and Backup to name a few. And s

Which is at least transparent and importantly: it leaves the user with a choice of not using Google services, e.g. Gmail, Drive and Backup to name a few. And scanning for CSAM is certainly commendable, but the whole issue with Apple's implementation is that you lose your privacy on your own device. That is a step too far.