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Carrier IQ lets users see the data, won’t let them opt out though

Posted on March 5, 2012July 2, 2025 by Dissent

Russell Holly reports that Carrier IQ’s recent update in response to a privacy flap hasn’t really changed the bottom line for users: you can’t opt out.  Read more on Geek.com.

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1 thought on “Carrier IQ lets users see the data, won’t let them opt out though”

  1. sanchanim says:
    March 11, 2012 at 4:11 pm

    opting in or out is a function of of the carrier not the software manufacturer. i don’t think you can blame Carrier IQ on this.

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