Note, again. Though I can see I have instant messages on my iphone, I cant read them without installing Messenger, so please bear with me if I appear to be online but dont respond to private messages. Of course, some people raised a stink when FB started forcing people to install that on mobile devices. I just read up on it again, and I really dont like it. They can turn on your camera or microphone without notifying you and without your permission? They can collect phone data on you? Seriously? from the article: Here are some of the most alarming permissions outlined in the app’s terms of service: Allows the app to call phone numbers without your intervention. This may result in unexpected charges or calls. Malicious apps may cost you money by making calls without your confirmation. Allows the app to send SMS messages. This may result in unexpected charges. Malicious apps may cost you money by sending messages without your confirmation. Allows the app to record audio with microphone. This permission allows the app to record audio at any time without your confirmation. Allows the app to take pictures and videos with the camera. This permission allows the app to use the camera at any time without your confirmation. Allows the app to read personal profile information stored on your device, such as your name and contact information. This means the app can identify you and may send your profile information to others. globalnews.ca/news/1492783/what-you-need-to-know-about-concerns-over-facebooks-messenger-app/
Posted on: Sun, 11 Jan 2015 20:45:10 +0000