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Apple’s new NameDrop feature for iOS 17 has raised concerns among police departments due to potential privacy risks. The default setting of NameDrop, which enables the sharing of contact information by tapping phones together, has prompted warnings from police departments urging parents to disable the feature. However, NameDrop is designed with security in mind and can be easily turned off in the iPhone’s settings. NameDrop only works when two iPhones are physically close and the device is unlocked, making it unlikely for someone to remotely access personal information. Despite the concerns, NameDrop does not pose a significant security threat.
