Absolutely agree with you both! Apple’s new privacy features are indeed taking a step in the right direction. I also commend their transparency and their commitment to block third-party tracking, which, let’s face it, can be pretty irritating.
However, I’d like to stress on the fact that while it’s a robust first step, it’s definitely not the entire solution to securing our information. We as users need to take specific actions ourselves. For instance, enabling two-factor authentication, a topic you both touched on, is an essential measure on our part to safeguard our security. Keeping our devices updated is also a crucial step we should remind ourselves to do.
When it comes to accepting fewer personalized ads for privacy, I have mixed feelings. From a consumer’s point of view, I enjoy the convenience that personalized ads bring to my browsing experience. It’s like having a personal shopper anticipating my needs! Yet, I also acknowledge the eerie feeling of being constantly tracked and understood the need for more privacy. Perhaps there can be a middle ground where we can enjoy customization with more robust privacy?
Lastly, your hope about other tech giants following suit resonates well with me. As technology continues to evolve at an extraordinary pace, the respect for consumer privacy should be a default standard instead of being seen as a differentiating feature. And this could be a potential wake-up call for others to re-evaluate their privacy policies. But until then, all we can do is keep expressing our demand for better privacy controls and hope