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Samsung's new privacy feature may face Google opposition

Samsung is reportedly developing a new privacy feature for its Galaxy phones that would limit app access to device data. This feature, similar to one that emerged years ago, may face opposition from Google, which could potentially have it removed. The move aims to give users more control over their personal information on their devices. AI

IMPACT This feature focuses on user privacy and app permissions, with potential implications for how AI-powered apps access device data.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a new product feature for a specific device, which falls under the 'tool' category.

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Samsung's new privacy feature may face Google opposition

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I wish Galaxy phones had this new privacy feature, but Google might nix it A similar feature emerged a few year ago, but Google may have had a role in nixing it

    I wish Galaxy phones had this new privacy feature, but Google might nix it A similar feature emerged a few year ago, but Google may have had a role in nixing it. https://www. androidauthority.com/samsung-g oogle-privacy-preserving-permissions-3676122/ # Tech # Technology # TechNe…