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Only curbing "abuse" implies that "normal use" of state-sponsored spyware remains kosher.

• rStar 5y ago
  apple builds their own hardware and software. security, or lack thereof, is clearly apples choice. apple blaming nso here is pure public relations and optics, nee propaganda, which many on this board drink like the koolaid it is. it’s confirmation bias.
  • kevinh 5y ago
    Ah, yes, Apple just neglected to flip the security switch on.
    • smoldesu 5y ago
      They certainly haven't flipped the "US-sanctioned spyware" switch off.
• miohtama 5y ago
  > Apple believes privacy is a fundamental human right, and security is a constant focus for teams across the company. This in the press release. It is missing the bit ”except in China.”
  • tentacleuno 5y ago
    For the uninitiated: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/06/17/technology/apple-china-explainer.html https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/06/17/technology/ap...
    • tediousdemise 5y ago
      Who's going to pay to read an article that slings dirt on one of the world's largest and most privacy-respecting companies? > Special offer: Get unlimited access for $1 a week. No thanks. They truly are the failing New York Times.
  • Sporktacular 5y ago
    +1