Google And Apple Team Up To Combat Location Tracker Abuse – SlashGear
The proposed specification has been submitted as a draft via the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), a leading standards development organization. The group invites interested parties to comment on the issue over the next three months. The initiative has already drawn support from major industry stakeholders, including Samsung, Tile, Eufy, Pebblebee, and more. With such strong backing, that list will surely grow as more manufacturers ensure they’re positioned on the right side of the war to protect their consumers.
More than that, they’re likely motivated by the potential to dodge legal trouble that could impact their brand image and bottom line. Apple is no stranger to the litigious headaches these trackers can cause. Following the comment period, Apple and Google will address feedback and release a production implementation of the specification for unwanted tracking alerts by the end of 2023. The companies will then implement these frameworks into Android and iOS.
The draft outlines technical specifics, such as the wireless connection protocols manufacturers must use and how they implement the broadcast radios in these devices. It also includes language that suggests Google and Apple might launch official certifications to help separate products that adhere to the new standards. The spec will provide clear instructions for device manufacturers to implement these protective measures. Ideally, all interested parties will quickly bolster their products to facilitate the changes.
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