Simple steps to take before hitting the streets

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    2 months ago

    not even turned off because many phones emit Bluetooth beacons and other data that can be recorded and traced

    That’s a bunch of bull, off is still off unless you have a reputable link/source that says otherwise.

    No need to spread misinformation or conspiracy theories.

    • Boozilla@lemmy.world
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      2 months ago

      Never underestimate how far they will go to track your movements, habits, etc. It’s not even about “the gubment spyin’ on me”. It’s about how valuable that data is to corporate assholes who like to target you with customized advertising, and resell your data, etc. (And yes, as a side-effect, the police can also sometimes take advantage of this ubiquitous data capture).

      We live in a time when even our stupid cars spy on us:

      https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/18/podcasts/the-daily/car-gm-insurance-spying.html

      It’s why they push the internet of shit so hard. Nobody needs a “smart fridge” but by god, they really want us all to have one.