Copyright laws say jailbreaking your iPhone is currently legal , even though Apple is quite mad about all of the stuff going on with their iPhone devices they have put together. Apple wants their technology to be exclusive to itself. The Register made reports on the patent apple seeks that can be “covering an elaborate series of measures.” This will make certain to “protect iPhone owners from thieves” or everyone else a user wants away from their iPhone. Jailbreaking can be a bit harder with the patent Apple wants called “Systems and Methods for Identifying Unauthorized Users of an Electronic Device,” making certain jailbreaking locks down an iPhone.
Jailbroken iPhones can offer up data to prying eyes
Apple has the story it says when talking about jailbreaking iPhones which is that personal data is given to numerous when jailbreaking an iPhone. Apple has numerous different ways there could possibly be problems with a jailbroken iPhone. The iPhone’s camera could be turned on automatically. Also, there could be personal info stolen like geotagging. Users are told by Apple the patent will keep them safe. If it is approved, Apple will be allowed to lock down iPhones that have been jailbroken.
Apple keeps an eye out
The Register explains that Apple identifies iPhones that have a sudden increase in memory usage as jailbroken which is like many hacking programs. Unlocking an iPhone (opening it up so that it could be used on cellular networks other than AT and T) would also be detectable if Apple’s patent is approved. The Register also explains that “fraudulent use” of the iPhone can be detected by simply checking the accelerometer on the iPhone to see if it was carried by “thieves in transit.” Thus, the company believes that such new security methods as required voice-print identification is necessary, although technical experts and consumer rights groups are having a field day with that idea.
Who can active your iPhone camera with this patent?
Your iPhone camera can be used by more than just you. Apple can be able to activate the camera as well. Steve Jobs would have the right to see what is going on everywhere you are. Regardless of how much you like the style and convenience of Apple devices, do you want Apple to be able to turn on your camera at any time it chooses? Steve Jobs may have an opinion on your situation.
Further reading
The Register
theregister.co.uk/2010/08/20/apple_jailbreak_patent/
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