The Bluetooth chipset installed in popular models from major manufacturers is vulnerable. Hackers could use it to initiate calls and eavesdrop on devices.

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    • entwine413@lemm.ee
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      14 hours ago

      No, the real reason is it saves a few pennies per phone. They can already spy on us through the internal mic.

      • QuarterSwede@lemmy.world
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        6 hours ago

        It’s always about the money. Everyone else yelling about them spying, they’ll only do that if it makes them more money.