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Apple's iOS updates send iWork data to Google Cloud, contradicting privacy claims

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Apple's recent iOS updates (versions 26/27) have introduced a change in how certain features operate, specifically regarding shape generation within iWork. Previously marketed with a strong emphasis on data privacy, these new versions now send this data to Google Cloud for processing. This processing leverages Nvidia GPUs within Google's data centers, despite Apple's prior assurances that user data would remain on their devices. AI

IMPACT This change may impact user trust in Apple's privacy commitments for AI-driven features.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a change in product functionality and data handling practices, not a core AI release or significant industry shift.

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Apple's iOS updates send iWork data to Google Cloud, contradicting privacy claims

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Apple spent two years selling "your data never leaves our silicon." New popup in iOS 26/27 quietly says otherwise — shape generation in iWork now ships straight

    Apple spent two years selling "your data never leaves our silicon." New popup in iOS 26/27 quietly says otherwise — shape generation in iWork now ships straight to Google Cloud. AFM Cloud Pro runs on Nvidia GPUs in someone else's data center, dressed up in a genuinely impressive …

    LINKS blog.ppb1701.com/the-popup-that-says-the-…

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