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iOS 27 code suggests Apple could restrict leased devices after missed payments
9to5mac.com/2026/07/21/ios-27-code-suggests-apple-could-restrict-leased-devices-after-missed-payments/
9to5MaciOS 27 code suggests Apple could restrict leased devices after missed payments - 9to5MacCode found in the iOS 27 beta suggests Apple has built a system that could restrict leased devices when customers fall behind on payments.
Replying to @return2ozma@lemmy.world
Fair. Like the boot on a vehicle.
Replying to @Zephorah@discuss.online
The difference is, this is a boot built into every single vehicle, leased or sold, that can be remotely activated at any time and we have to trust the mega corp not to abuse the power.
Replying to @aeronmelon@lemmy.world
I’m usually very pro consumer but I’m less bothered by this one because apple has 0 incentive to abuse that power. People would riot. Although thinking about it a government demanding its use could be a concern too…
They don’t need to do it. It’s the possibility of doing it what is already wrong. What happens if pedohitler decides that he needs to shutdown the phones for some bullshit reason before the midterms? You think apple won’t bow and do as daddy trump says?
This is a major concern because it’s written in the OS directly. It’s not just something they install in your phone if it’s a lease meaning that even if your phone is not leased, they can do it.