Valleymitch Author

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13.5.1 update w covid app

I refuse to update my software with the Covid tracking app. I understand you TELL me it won't track me unless I give permission, but how can I be sure down the road that won't change. You can make an app we can CHOOSE to download, but BIG BROTHER is not apple. Gates already went off the rails with his stuff don't let apple go down that road too. Get rid of the app in the update!

Posted on Jul 10, 2020 4:50 PM

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Jul 10, 2020 4:59 PM in response to Valleymitch

There is no covid tracking app on in iOS 13.5.1

There is a FRAMEWORK allowing an app YOU DOWNLOAD to work.

Even if you download iOS 13.5.1 there wont be any app that can be used to track you.

If you do belive that will be added after, Not updating to iOS 13.5.1 will not help you.

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Jul 10, 2020 4:54 PM in response to Valleymitch

Hi, you have to allow the app for it to do anything even down the road. you and only you are in control of what device can use your location.

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Level 10

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Jul 10, 2020 5:05 PM in response to Valleymitch

If you are concerned about “big brother” tracking you, then get rid of your phone because your carrier is tracking you now.

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