Are there any new permissions?
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Yes, there are new permissions introduced at WWDC 2024. Here are some of the key changes:
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Accessory Setup Kit: This new tool combines several types of permissions into one streamlined flow, replacing the Bluetooth pairing prompt, the WiFi network join prompt, and the Bluetooth accessory pairing confirmation. This simplifies the process and enhances user privacy (What’s new in privacy).
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Contact Access Button: This new feature introduces four authorization levels for accessing contacts, providing more transparency and control over what is shared. The levels include full access, limited access, and the ability to modify or create contacts (Meet the Contact Access Button).
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Bluetooth Access: The updated Bluetooth prompt now shows a map indicating the current location of the device and a sample of associated devices. This helps users make more informed choices about granting Bluetooth access (What’s new in privacy).
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Local Network Access: macOS Sequoia introduces new controls over local network access, requiring a local network usage description in the app's entitlement. This is to ensure that apps only access the local network when necessary and with user consent (What’s new in privacy).
These changes aim to improve transparency and control over data access, enhancing user privacy and security.
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