Scary apps that need full disclosure
So I just downloaded a puzzle game from App World called Puzzle locked. It immediately wanted permission to access the Internet, device information and the gps!
What in the world does a non multi player game need with all of that? What does the app collect and send off to whom for what purpose?
In today's world that's pretty scary. I would think that RIM would require a full disclosure as to what the developer is doing in order to protect RIM's reputation for security and protection of their users.
It's a free app but beware.
I'm not a gullible iPhone or Android user and neither do I think the rest of you are and neither should a PlayBook app developer think we are.
Scary apps that need full disclosure
Originally Posted by
Zakcy Well, the only reason why they need that information is to determine what sort of people like playing the game. Your geographic location is a necessary component, as well as the kind of device the game/app is being played on. They wouldn't use this information to hurt you in any way. They didn't ask for your personal information either (except location), so there's no possible third-party company that would be interested in the gathered information. The info they ask for is completely useless to everyone except the developers that consider the statistics when making improvements to the app.
facebook has no intention on harming you when they store your information even after you've deleted your account. they just want information.
oh gmail as well. completely right to sniff through your emails to give u personalized ads.
i would rather hand over my information to such giants than some small time developer. at least the giants come under heavy scrutiny.
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Scary apps that need full disclosure
Originally Posted by
jwn66 I insta delete any game or app that will not launch after I deny all permissions asked, unless the app is reputable.
same here +1
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