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Google is kicking apps that ask for SMS or Call Log permissions out of the Play Store

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Google has reminded developers that their apps will be removed from the Play Store if they request SMS or Call Log permissions. The policy change was announced last year, and over the next few weeks the app removal process begins. While these particular permissions have been used to give Android users a choice of dialers and messaging apps, Google says there have also been instances of abuse. The company is introducing far stricter restrictions in the name of privacy and protecting user data. See also: Google Chromecast Audio is no more. It rests in peace. It is bereft of life.… [Continue Reading]

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