Privacy and smartphone apps: What data your phone may be giving away (CBC Marketplace)

[@lastcall4686]

I would like to see more things like this posted to raise awareness to the public

[@stroop3666]

Now i see why everyone wants to go OFF GRID!!!

[@vempriex]

Glad I no longer use social apps. I have a tape over the front camera, GPS location is shut off. I do not link/merge my phone to the home PC nor click links in the message box. I know I can do more for preventative measures. Great vid and an eye opener!

[@ar.arunmv75]

I wish countries and TV stations/channels are centred around making such edutainment shows too apart from only entertainment shows and making sure such awareness and broadcast reaching wider audience and from various backgrounds. And has the questioning authority to both private and public organizations based on any violations to general public standards or ethical practices. Hope this show reaches beyond communities and furthermore nations.

[@kgraham5820]

This is beyond disturbing... especially since the odds of finding "actual perpetrators" is slim to none.

[@mcgrxddle]

nya~

[@jaerockchalk3216]

the perps are in the halls of government and the heads of companies .

[@MissNebulosity]

CBC Marketplace, you are a gift to humanity.

[@terrencewimberly798]

And we put so much information about our selves online. Especially when applying for a job online!

[@quchi7232]

Terrence Wimberly exactly this is freakin’ sad

[@muthuk]

Kudos to CBC & its marketplace team for bringing this out....people dont realize how lucky they are to have a functional news media & reporting to let them be informed many parts of the world dont have that luxury hope the places that do dont take it for granted

[@mokahless]

This is a well-done, pretty important topic that should probably be revisited again in the future. It is also long overdue, just like Android's modern app permissions system. Tricking someone is the number 1 way to "hack" them because then they do all the work. No exploits needed, besides the person. You get them to install the malicious software to own their system. Actually, the only difference between what is illegal and what CBC marketplace did was that they had terms and conditions

[@ethanjohnston133]

What the marketplace didn't mention is that depending on the app even if you delete it they can still access your information.

[@ethanjohnston133]

For example there are some apps that may ask to install a new profile on your phone, which allows that app to see what websites you've visited using cookies.

[@competenceattractsluck6997]

True. It may even have registered a new Administrator account, that can be used by other apps. So once you've had a malicious app installed, even Google Play apps may be able to access data that you never gave them permission to.

[@hurasane3947]

This is using droidJack remote access tool its not part of the android software development kit. It is eiher standalone or binds to an app (apk file) it uses reverse tcp as its protocol for transmitting if you delete the app there is no way it can still access your info. Cookies dont really track you if you delete them everyday.

[@TheRealNaika]

Android works by using VMs for each app, only if two apps are running with the same developer certificate it then allocates 2 apps to use same VM and share info between, but if app is stand-alone it cannot interact with other apps. Permissions in apps work at installation stage, consumer should think before giving permissions to certain apps if they think app does not need it, just do not give permission. As most consumer you dont think to what they are accepting. Google Play store has a Bouncer which checks apps of-site, but of course cannot check if that app really needs all of those permissions. Apps like: Facebook, whatsapp call for all possible permissions so think twice to how they get those ads so spot on. Because they monitor your device 24/7 and put ads on what you need (search history, location etc....)

[@fkoff6301]

Competence Attracts Luck Woow. Thats fkd up!!! *COMPLETELY!!!!*

[@Macky1101]

As if you can use those apps by clicking on "no" to the agreements. That guy thinks knowing and reading all the terms would've allowed him to say "no" to them and still be able to download the app.

[@VIsTheMusic]

Exactly! They have it all figured out, they will get your data no matter what. As long as you continue using these so called "free" services, they're in their legal right to mine all of your data around the clock. Knowing is power.

[@mustbeheard9834]

No thry won't without saying yes

[@mskiara18]

I shared this video in 2019, and I hope to bring awareness to this video again since not enough people are aware that this can happen. I express my thanks to CBC News for this report.

[@ann_banan13]

15:54 Why is she mad? She should've known what she was getting herself into. Marketplace is only trying to spread the word hun.

[@suncam57]

True.... and they actually told her that they gained access to it. Others who collect that info would not.

[@Greywind920]

she's obviously not all there mentally that's why

[@1bytesnack369]

The montage makes it look that way. It's just creepy music with someone getting up.

[@melodyjackson8921]

The public should come together , and put a stop to this. And Sue these companies

[@jaerockchalk3216]

they have lobbyists , you don't good luck !

[@mohamedmahmoud4045]

0:52 because I definitely use Netflix on a sidewalk typing with my both hands vertically

[@prettyuglymuch5474]

😂😂😂

[@hunterploski8205]

It's about the grand scheme of things. Not about today or tomorrow. Not about right or wrong now. But about the power that the people who will do wrong later down the road having access to details.

[@fadingfrost2617]

I'm sick of apps threatening me when I go to uninstall or deny a permission! Stating that my Device/ Apps may not function if I remove or deny something: with zero explanation!

[@quintinmurrell9089]

Right like what is that

[@littlewolfspirit7373]

I do it anyway. It's like they try to blackmail you. I'm getting rid of every app I don't use. Takes the fun out of different apps. I use to ask myself why do they need these things anyway. Like the microphones etc. Just a bunch of voyeurs and unethical practices.

[@jamesikey6733]

I am mortified by this. We would not allow someone to physically follow us around, freely give them all the delicate details about our personal lives, take pictures of us, share pictures of us, know our financial information, etc but yet most of us carelessly allow this kind of invasion on a daily basis in our phones and other technologies that we refuse to police. I am so grateful that there are actually options out there that are helping to protect our privacy. Everyone who values their privacy should educate themselves and look for safer and more effective options for private, encrypted communications.

[@highstandards6226]

This should be a MUST VIEW before purchasing any phone!

[@jorgemramos5406]

Thank you for help consumers on how to use app and read policies with huffing scams

[@mec2251]

I'm surprised these people actually cared. No one I've talked to in person cares at all that we are constantly spied on by companies, apps, websites, the government ect. They collect way more information than showed here too.

[@chrisgeorgallis7746]

No Privacy or Freedom with these new Phones, I still have. My old NOKIA .....wheres that charger.

[@pamelawherey4583]

I got rid of nine apps after I saw this video. I feel safer already. Thank You!

[@007mia7]

No government regulation! It should be against the law to create an app capable of remotely activate cameras & microphones.

[@PreciousBoxer]

Then the government would be circumventing the law when they do it. I'm in America and expect the NSA is still violating our Constitutional rights.

[@Griselda_Puppy]

But if an app doesn't have permissions to your camera or microphone, how _exactly_ would you be able to _use_ the app, say, Google Meet, for instance?

[@paytonkuz2217]

@@Griselda_Puppy They should only have permission to access it when the user chooses to use the function.

[@lgtvstick368]

The government itself is eating from the same dish, so no, they won't create no laws!

[@The2Coolest2]

@@paytonkuz2217 Um, yes. Simply deny all permissions to the app and then you can see if it asks for it when you do a function. I do it all the time.

[@ch3syk]

Privacy? What are those? It sounds so antique!

[@nine300]

Back in my day, you could get two privacies for a nickel.

[@roxannelehtonen1421]

Denying Access right now! No more spying on me! Tank you CBC Market Place!

[@dre7370]

This warning ALMOST make me wanna go back to the old flip phone

[@MrNickelbrille]

Do it!

[@عبدالقادرعبدالرحمنعبدالله]

That is also updated to hack you as well !

[@ChristianSchu]

This is very neat to see from the inside. I want this test to be run through again with iPhones to see if their privacy controls are really as good as they claim.

[@aamirkhan-zm6ee]

Snowden should get a noble prize for unwrapping this whole thing

[@cherylpemberton1676]

aamir khan, ABSO-FRICKIN-LUTELY!!

[@jimmyday9536]

Well, this is sure eye-opening. In the old days we could remove the battery to disable our phones; now all phones have non-removable batteries and are therefore active all the time.

[@Roadent1241]

If you can put something in, you can take it out. I'm sure you can change the battery whenever you need to (some mobiles still have their sim cards under the battery so....!) therefore it's not entirely true? XD

[@nyaiemeh4859]

@@Roadent1241 oooooooooooooooooo9ooooooooooo

[@Roadent1241]

@@nyaiemeh4859 Are you OK, Mr/Miss Ghost?

[@adamguymon7096]

19:52 One these apps need to be designed so when you turn off features they will stay OFF until you ether decide to turn it on permanently or temporally. Once you have uploaded or downloaded what you want on the app the settings will AUTOMATICALLY go Back to the way you set them. When it comes to using your Location before it uses you location it will ask you if you want them to use your location for any other purpose than what it is meant for in the first place. This means the app would have to disclose why and who they want to share your location with and there needs to be a way that you can say yes or no before you give any permissions. This will mean that only YOU can allow pictures or video etc to work if you want it on a on demand basis. Before any app can be downloaded or any content can be downloaded every part of that download has to give you the option to check or remove checked parts that you may or may not need off so those parts will not download. For example lets say that you download an app to open PDF's but it wants you to download a Virus protecting software. Lets say you have a virus protecting software but you already have one this will allow you to NOT have to download what you don't need. For example lets say you want to share your picture or video on Instagram you would share it but once you upload it the setting goes right back and unless you click yes to have something you use on that app to be shared with anyone other than the original purpose then the app will not be able to take that picture or location and share it with that business like that picture of that ice cream cone couldn't be shared with McDonalds or even what you write unless you Tag the person or business into that you don't want them to use. Every country needs to do this so it will force app developers to have to make shore when they design an app someone can't go through your phone remotely and turn on your mic or camera etc. There needs to be some very strong and harsh punishments if people don't follow the strict laws.

[@mcgrxddle]

So relatable omg I totally agree !! keep up the good work daddy~!!

[@bazojc8677]

Devices, phones and apps, demand access to your data, contacts, camera, record audio, sms and make calls. That is a criminal intrusion of privacy, with the consent of your governments. They even have the nerve to deny you access to services if you don't agree. I tell them that they're inviting legal proceedings if they do so.. they know 99% or all of you don't read the terms of agreement.. We should make a stand, complain or make a report.

[@HibHab69]

This seems malicious, we need laws on ruling against selling of information.

[@stellablevins6100]

Tell that to Russian Stooge In WH OV OFFICE , net neutrality gone , not keeping safe guards in place.

[@crissd8283]

It is your data. If you want to give up your data for a free app then that is your choice. You have power over your data and if you don't want you data going to big companies then check the terms and condition and check the privacy settings, turn every access off that you can.

[@lordzeuscannon6400]

only "stooge" here is u Stella

[@istyler]

Before downloading an app I make sure what access I'm giving this apps to, if it all unnecessary permissions, it's gone

[@Griselda_Puppy]

Or just turn *off* the permissions that have _nothing_ to do with the app. Or that you don't want the app to have. Or turn them all off especially when not using the app 💁🏼‍♀

[@istyler]

@@Griselda_Puppy true, I did it yesterday.

[@portiasnyder1812]

Where do you go to turn off permissions on an iPhone or Samsung I’m not a tech person lol

[@istyler]

@@portiasnyder1812 settings >apps >choose app> permissions I'm also planning to develop an app for easy-to-control apps permissions, which will help to deny permissions when app is not being used with one simple tap.

[@portiasnyder1812]

Thankyouso much for helping

[@TuNguyen-tr1qe]

I was aware of this issue and installed just a few apps on my phone. Even so, I went through all the apps I have after watching this video. Thank you

[@etrnlygr8tful87]

Blackberry is gasping for air to survive because their marketing core is security on their phones and they are in a dying state now because unlike android they don't have a lot of apps...but look at the consequence on having all the apps...giving your privacy "app". I still use Blackberry...my privacy is far important than all these apps combined.

[@muhammadanasarshad4834]

I use my blackberry q10

[@jordansmith3721]

This is so true. Oh my god People think its Iphone or Android or a "burner phone ".

[@michelleelmore5533]

Can you even get a blackberry anymore?

[@bloopbloop2019]

@@michelleelmore5533 Yup, they switched to a Google platform and they are still using physical keyboards. Search it up and you'll see...

[@katherinendlovu8741]

I am going back to my bbm

[@sweetox_9690]

I feel sick

[@hayesj6698]

"They" already know. 🤖

[@lorijerkins126]

I have a Galaxy 8 what if I buy a jitterbug? Will it be better because it’s a simple phone?

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

@@lorijerkins126 it's the apps. The phone doesen't matter.

[@OverlandTT]

Ivy Munro I knew long ago back in 2003 onwards this was how it was going.

[@OverlandTT]

Lori Jerkins I'm going back to a standard old mobile phone!

[@d.soldier3720]

They've done an amazing job. Our is to share this as much as possible

[@terrencewimberly798]

It's amazing what technology can do! We are totally giving up our privacy!

[@mcgrxddle]

Omg!!! YASS!! Thats what Im saying ^_^

[@sirchristopherblair8889]

Hey that girl was so heart broken...

[@terrencewimberly798]

That is scary!!! I'm going to think twice before downloading any apps!

[@kimcla5062]

Me too!

[@plague8712]

@@kimcla5062 too late for everyone :D

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

I only download an app that I want or use.

[@LafemmeDLux]

The Documentary, Terms and Conditions DO Apply brought me here! I highly recommend!

[@nathanmendenhall7062]

if your running android 6 or higher you will have to allow the app accsess

[@nathanmendenhall7062]

***** But why dont you just go into settings and turn it off?

[@nathanmendenhall7062]

***** Yes i know what permissions snapchat uses because i have it on my phone and i dont think you can turn off the internet for a app Also you said if i allow snapchat to use the camera (which i do) it has access to my photos but thats not true, if a app wanted to see my photos i have to allow it file access

[@roxcyn]

Nathan Mendenhall - from the app's page in the store it should tell you why it needs permission and now you can shut them off.

[@z185284]

You can't disable android permissions normally. If you root your phone (which will void the warranty) there is ways to do it though.

[@grrr1351]

Watch 'till the end.

[@margaretdix488]

Once my husband's cell phone got hacked and they took over my husband's Facebook page.they locked my husband out and he couldn't get back in.There is no privacy and protection for any of our information.We need to be careful what we put on line or do or say at any time.

[@gabriellebudd1166]

I'd rather go back to my old flip phone less complicated Less Problems

[@nancyrobles1005]

You're right😐

[@Blakdolllives]

Your on Your own

[@TheNudeAmerican]

Even though many or even most of your videos apply to most countries, we need a Marketplace type of reviewer here in the US also. Still just can't get enough of your studies either.

[@KristinA-xv4yk]

A format like this would be amazing to see in the US, say, on hospital pricing models, or car dealership financing scams.

[@lw3269]

I don't use apps, log into sites using social media, take online surveys, or use a debit card. Just because someone asks you for personal information doesn't mean you have to give it to them. My massage therapist doesn't need to know my birth date, or zip code, my cashier doesn't need to know my email or phone number, and my utility company doesn't need my social security number. All were offended when I told them that they don't need that information to provide a service. Yet, all transactions went through just fine anyway. Nothing is perfect, but we don't have to make it easy for hackers.

[@nonyabizness.original]

all this started for me way back in the day, when i popped into radio shack for some batteries, cash in hand. geekboy clerk's hand poised over the cash register/computer keyboard, he said "phone number?". i said "what?" him: "i need your phone number." me: "what? no. why would you ask me that?" him, in a haughty tone: "it's routine. so, phone number?" me, annoyed laugh: "are you going to call me?" him: "no, i have to put your number in to begin the transaction." me: "are you saying i can't buy these batteries with this cash unless i give you my ~phone number~?" him, annoyed: "yes, so i need your number please." me, in disbelief: well put in ~your~ number then. i'm just trying to buy a couple batteries here." him, pizzed: "afraid i can't do that. are you going to give me your number or not?" me: "no." him: "well please put the merchandise down and leave the store then." me: "are you serious right now? get me your manager please." him, yelling across the store: "bill! need some help over here!" it kept going for a while like this with 'bill'. long story short- i had to make another stop to get those batteries somewhere else, and radio shack is no more. same thing started happening all over, in many stores. and after saying no thank you, i have been denied purchases quite a few times. friends say "just lie!" i hate to be put in a position to be forced to lie... but now i just lie, using an old land line phone number from decades ago. this is ridiculous. they should be PAYING US for our personal info.

[@jaydensatsuki1793]

I'm very surprised that this doesn't have more views. Share it with everyone you know!

[@Joaocruz30]

People after Facebook gave up everything personal to give them to everyone's to see even their thoughts. Anyway there would be a day the state will know what you are feeling better than YOU!

[@Dimmary]

Live long and prosper🖖

[@Blue_Kryptonite]

Facebook does eavesdrop on your conversation. This happened many times to me and friends. We were discussing about a particular subject and then later we get a lot of newsfeed on that subject.

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

True

[@wholewheatstingray]

Tiktok, too!

[@bullyhomestead7232]

Always happens

[@rondanorris5504]

I actually watched this video 4 years ago & went into my app settings and turned off my microphone, camera etc., as well as having my camera covered 24 hours a day. I only uncover the lens when taking photos, then cover it up again.

[@joansnow4013]

This is so unfair! These app builders need to be prosecuted!

[@MG-im8ku]

Wont happen as long as the big corporations are buying the data from them. Its the corporations buying the data that should be prosecuted.

[@therealgg13]

Lol that's not gonna happen anytime soon.

[@deniseshephard3347]

Im really disturbed knowing that personal details are easily tracked and lives easily torn apart hospital appointments intimate moments home addresses when that person is in hospital etc im pleased this was brought to lite

[@Nethriel12]

Did anyone else here a woman's voice in the background at around 19:02 say "Don't you find it hard to read?"

[@chelseyshira6621]

Nethriel12 yes.... creepy

[@JYRDZ3167]

I hear it...very clear... its them how ever did the final video... i think

[@lgtvstick368]

"Don't you find it, really hard to read?!"

[@sarmadnajim4839]

Great investigative reporting CBC

[@almostwreckedcars832]

"Many other countries in the US" at 18:42 approximately. The US is a country

[@1533you]

The way she pronaunces the word "DATA" is more worrying than this app

[@christinalane5282]

1533you huh?

[@pamlogan6920]

I say class actions to all spying apps. Break the bank on these app developers and data brokers in America because it’s against the law. I’ve been stalked for over 20 years. Disclosure agreements about what they are actually accessing and how it’s being used IN LARGE PRINT should be the first document presented to us.

[@Marimilitarybrat]

Terrifying. My brother worked with Apple in Cupertino during the first Steve Jobs period. He said anytime someone hacked an Apple system the company located the person and hired them. It was an odd way to submit a job interview for Apple.

[@mustbeheard9834]

Talented criminals lucky them! Sarcastic

[@mustbeheard9834]

@@mcgrxddle You FIRST!!

[@Sheilaalien]

But were the horoscopes accurate and at least in legible english? If so, I'm game!

[@micaela303]

Sheila Allen omg 🤣😂 the main point of this video went from one ear and out the other for you, huh? Lol

[@jbuloke]

Micaela Butron hahahahaha

[@tonyrome068]

No silly. Its of the devil anyway

[@jc.1191]

🤦‍♂️

[@Felix-z2r]

well done Market place. Please keep digging and keep up the good work!

[@ivanleterror9158]

Although I train other veterans to use their PCs, tablets, and smart phones to use the VAs interactive web site, our lifestyle requires only flip phones for basic communication. Think about how much you really need on that smart phone. Go through your apps and set the parameters if the app is really necessary.

[@xeniasousa6484]

Seeing all of this I feel violated.

[@beatsentertainment2347]

Tell me about it 😂😂😂

[@theoriginalkaro]

Yes! Creepy. I thought it was coming from my phone!

[@itspricila]

but if you do not accept the terms and conditions, then you cant download the app

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

You have to decide what is more important to you.

[@ChronicPainInTheAss]

So, find another app.

[@auroraborealis675]

@@coiledsteel8344 its usually so long you dont wanna read it too

[@auroraborealis675]

@Gulan گلان they ask to access all of that, but they are supposed to not be able to personally go through your pictures and videos

[@auroraborealis675]

@Gulan گلان its just so it is connected so you can upload pictures to certain apps.

[@clarykey2527]

Who else went through their phone and deleted 1/2 of the apps after watching this?

[@abdulshakoor582]

My app is still in your phone.. ;)

[@nonyabizness.original]

i went through and double-checked that permissions were OFF, and found something i never noticed before- they only show a PARTIAL list of apps for any given permission, unless you click an unobtrusive button marked "see systems". i clicked and found a TON of permissions turned ON that i never saw before. android. warnings came up saying my tablet might not work if i turn off permissions for things like the cloud and other apps i never heard of. i turned them all OFF. we'll see if it causes problems...

[@booras56]

@@nonyabizness.original How did you do this? Where do you go to do this?

[@akter95]

@@booras56 its NONYABIZNESS lol sorry i had to HAHA

[@knicksfan3647]

Once i was gonna download a emoji keyboard, until i saw what they required, no need to grant access to my alarms, and calendar or camera or mic

[@Cloudxxx23]

OMG! This is soo alarming!

[@thecrabber9499]

around 19:03 you can hear on headset " don't you find it really hard to breath" ..

[@globalgoblin]

I always suspected this that's why I never use my smartphone when in the bathroom.

[@MG-im8ku]

@49jubilee The ones with built in web cams and microphones do. I make sure I buy tv's without that stuff. Same goes with the Xbox Kinect if you know any gamers.

[@blueponypics2931]

Hahaha very good i dropped mine twice in the lavatory when cleaning the bathroom. My grand daughters thought it hilarious fun @ begged me to do it again.🐎🐎🐎🦘🦘🦘🐨🐨🐨

[@357CLOUDY]

@@MG-im8ku Good luck finding a "Dumb" TV.

[@MG-im8ku]

@@357CLOUDY I've already found several lol My 55 inch Curved Samsung LED doesnt have a mic or camera. Same with the 72 inch LG in the family room. Good enough answer to prove you wrong? lol Those are the exact 2 things I state to avoid, and I have.

[@hayesj6698]

Won't be long and "they" will be finishing our thoughts. A lil weird. And a lot spooky.

[@ryannsam5298]

tripod They kind of already are have you ever noticed that if you say something out loud or mention a certain topic you might see it on an ad or a post on your phone within the next few minutes??

[@yellowbooktelevision4529]

ryann sam yup you’re so right some people’s directv does the same thing the blue light is actually a fiber optic camera. Some people’s directv shoes commercials on things that were just talked about

[@its_himm_]

@@yellowbooktelevision4529 this sj why I must learn sign lauguage.

[@mvbalan_]

This is why permissions dialogs exist when you install/open an app 🙂 Also, a good thing is iOS and Android now has microphone and camera access indicators

[@feelfreetoimpressme]

They don't always give you the decision tho. It lies says part of system

[@nielswestphal2838]

I germany it boils down (if you act as a private person) to: Only terms and conditions expected by the user can be applied. So more or less the only thing allowed in the terms and conditions is the common sense (of an uneducated user), everything else must be stated explicitly.

[@HibHab69]

6:57 Should've wave-dashed more.

[@monsterskittlez8366]

HibHab69 yess

[@anonymous-do5bs]

The main problem with apps, and im referring to android only (windows and ios doesn't have this problem) is that there are tonnes of bogus apps. Note, if they ask for permissions like camera or call logs when its a horoscope app, delete the app immediately. Its malicious

[@museluvr]

This is one reason why I will never own a smartphone. Proving to be anything but smart. A quote recently seen: Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both. ~Ben Franklin.

[@dss9775]

GREAT WORK! KEEP IT COMING! THANK YOU!

[@sprfitter1]

App says "either give us permission or we won't give you our app." Flip phones here we come

[@AAA11546]

this! and try declining. app aint work smh

[@Bloopaz]

Don't use those kind of apps

[@seanprice1278]

@@Bloopaz its every and any app all people gotta do is read the permissions guidelines and it tells u what your agreeing 2 even though its worded different

[@kalMHe]

The girl at 15:48 , so why is she upset ! She's even given a life long lesson. Looks like she needed something out of it . All of a sudden she started acting strange !!

[@danielladavis8273]

Fyi no contract was ever signed with them no one ever agreed for all of that information to be broadcasted on tv and KZbin they just did what they wanted the so called permissions that were accepted never had anything in it where the interveiwee agreed to be put on KZbin or tv cbc marketplace never had any of us sign an actual contract agreeing to broadcast the information that they did. So shut the hell up

[@cicefashion4685]

@@danielladavis8273 please don't forget to take your chill pills. Why did u sit down with them unaware of what they were doing and their mission? U seem naive ask more questions next time bcz u looked foolish storming off like that . And use punctuation when writing.

[@cicefashion4685]

They saw her secrets and she got embarrassed. 😂

[@mikokijana]

I'm now paranoid

[@Whol3NothaL3v3l]

Paranoid...aware... It's all the same thing 😂

[@raptureangel5409]

STINGRAY (AT LEAST 2 YEARS OLD, USED BY SOME/LOTS? LAW ENFORCEMENT IN USA) ACTS LIKE A CELL TOWER AND GETS ALL YOUR INFORMATION OFF YOUR PHONE! ALL INFORMATION! ILLEGAL! CAN GET 1,000'S AT ONCE! INVASION OF PRIVACY! IT DRAINS YOUR BATTERY, ALOT! PUT YOUR PHONE IN A METAL BOX, OR PUT TO LEAST 2 LAYERS OF FOIL ON YOUR PHONE TO STOP THE SIGNAL!

[@gustavoposada7978]

*Buys an old school Nokia*

[@irix8357]

Gustavo Posada i recall tapping (hacking) scandals on our former president by Australia back in 2009 back and their handset were mostly Nokia E90 and one other symbian Nokia phone

[@munasir88]

Use basic phone, with no OS 😆 Nokia banana

[@pcmate9007]

Get a breefcase pthone

[@raingloom5334]

GSM is not safe and it still tracks your movements. We need better alternatives.

[@Whitewitch_25]

Nokias still aren't safe though GPS

[@sivethegoodnews.2059]

Thanks for opening our eyes

[@Realityof76]

My question is why are these apps/companies getting away with this?? This is is wrong on every level!!!

[@sequoia462]

What were the permissions of this Zodiac app? It must have the permission to run at startup, which means it would run in the background which would allow it to monitor your activity without having the app open, right? If the app doesn't run in the background, it would only have access to your data when you're using the app, right?

[@soniadamerchie9699]

Even with smart phones be careful because safety is everything and watch TV shows that educate you on what can really happen.

[@kokokorea6794]

Really surprised that the majority didn't know about it. Everyone should be educated about these stuff. Don't use apps that ask you for permissions that the apps DON'T NEED. Don't support them...basically by not installing their apps.

[@ackeethree]

who need app's , just enjoy life and your freedom , as long as possible , stay out of the cloud's. they have been hearing, seeing and taking everything since 2000.......... be intelligent and not smart

[@Sunbeam0704]

I have noticed this harm but as a user we have no choice to to protect our privacy if we want to maximize the app

[@konstantinkokkorakis1907]

I am horrified I'm deleting my apps right now I'm gonna give up my smart phone I'm going to use my old flip phone instead ! Seriously I really dont like this invasion of my info and photos etc its outrageous What a flaming cheek! Itsvbang out of order !

[@jenniferjoseph1560]

In most places on earth these days everything is done online. What I have started doing is when applying for a job, car, rental home..anything..I demand a good ole paper application! I have not hit one snag in this process when I kindly explain WHY I feel the need to protect my personal information! Of course..I'm positive my personal info has been added to the net but I have no doubt that I have started companies wondering how "safe" the net is! It also has another huge plus..I get an immediate response to my request from..get this..A HUMAN BEING!!

[@samsung3.0notetab47]

thats why i rooted my s7 and got rid of all the bloat and used a permssion remover

[@gjungart]

Still no real solution... Sure you can disable permissions but it's becoming more and more difficult to function in society without giving up privacy! If you ever use gps map or search a local business, you're telling where you are. Everything you send on Facebook messenger or Instagram dm's, you're Zucc'd baby. Makes me wanna just become a hermit!

[@jc.1191]

Facebook knows all about people who don't have accounts because it accesses everyone's contacts. It knows all about you from crossing the data it gathered from contacts with data available elsewhere. It's crazy.

[@feeltoofree]

I think that girl missed the point, she's angry at the wrong person as none of her data was shared on TV well except her face. The main thing is the permissions she gave to apps in her phone.

[@chocofancy]

Most of the time, app will stop installing if you don't accept. Also, for some phones like Samsung S4, I don't see an option of turning some options off in Settings after the app has been installed. You pretty much have to uninstall the app to change anything, which is annoying. Everything is done to discourage people from being aware and protecting their privacy.

[@nonyabizness.original]

accept, install, then go turn off all permissions. apps usually work fine without them, and if not, delete.

[@lionfire3359]

I have an s5 and set all apps to inactive in developer options.

[@DarkWolf-et3dx]

I keep tape over my camera lenses and rarely ever use voice near my tablet.

[@glennp6672]

DarkWolf76 me to this is very wrong

[@arianamomo6488]

Me tooo 😂😂I always get asked y is my front camera covered 😂

[@blueponypics2931]

Me too but it's a nuisance when filming my horse under saddle @ everywhere else for that matter. 🐎🐎🐎🦘🦘🦘🐨🐨🐨

[@marialim9447]

Thank you for information. Thats what I believe for a long time already. I've encountered this.

[@heatherbop2946]

Terms and conditions need to be more simple and short straight to the point.

[@katiix]

Idk why the girl got mad , they were just showing her and trying to help her be more aware of apps.., it's not like they used any of her private info.

[@danielladavis8273]

They did actually go into everyone's private information that's what they did not show you in the video so shut the hell up you have no idea what your talking about. You were bot there. They asked us to help them review an app, they never explained anything to anyone. They basically tricked us into the interview. They should have been sued. You have no idea what they did with the information. They showed the public that they deleted all the information they had gathered but no one knows for sure. If you dont have all the information shut the hell up

[@starpic4561]

That it might take pics and record audio without my being aware is just creepy

[@tenzackyogi1742]

You are on sale even ur identity. Thanks.Kudos to CNBC marketting teams. 😥

[@jennyrhein3031]

This is More than creepy.... cyber security need to be tightened.

[@frenchfryinyourmcdonaldsba8688]

Only the law can change this, since, technically, you did agree to it in TOS.

[@Danikayoy]

telling me to go to your Facebook page is disgusting

[@ilovecheesetoast7879]

@SUSAN MCCONNELL I know this old, but facebook, it is literally called "face book" and I'm pretty sure KZbin and pretty much everything, their owners and partners can peek alot of things