Apple iPhone 11 / 11 Pro
Summary
The iPhone 11 is the latest generation of Apple iPhone models that features two rear camera, a beautiful Liquid Retina HD display, and great battery life. The smartphone can be purchased for $699 to $846 depending on the amount of storage.
Privacy Checklist
Is any kind of biometric data collected (health, heart, voice, etc.)?
Are you able to delete your data / the data collected about you?
Does it use cookies, telemetry, or third-party tracking scripts?
Is the privacy policy user-friendly (easy to understand)?
Does it have parental controls?
Does it use encryption to protect your data both in-transit and at-rest?
Does it get regular software and / or firmware updates?
Does it require you to create a strong password?
Is there a system in place for managing security vulnerabilities?
Does it have a privacy policy?
How Can It Snoop?
Does it have a camera or request / require access to a camera?
Does it have a microphone or request / require access to a microphone?
Does it track your location or request / require access to location data?
Account Requirements
Does it require an email address to use?
Does it require a phone number to use?
Does it require an address (home or office) to use?
Payment Options
Are you able to use a credit card as a payment option?
Are you able to use a cryptocurrency as a payment option?
Are you able to use PayPal as a payment option?
Are you able to use cash or gift cards as a payment option?
What Could Go Wrong?
Apple does seem to do a good job with privacy and security. However, Apple has been caught in the past listening to privact conversations through peoples' devices for "Siri Quality Control." Apple claims they have changed their ways after that was revealed, but be aware of that risk before purchasing this product.
How Does It Share Your Data?
Apple does not share your iPhone data with third parties for commercial or marketing purposes. Siri voice requests are also anonymous and auto-deleted after 6 months.
Good Things
- Improved camera.
- Good battery life.
Bad Things
- Not much change from iPhone XR.
- Headphone dongle not included in the box.