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I have been considering downloading a calorie counting app. When I go to download the app, I get a message that says the application has access to the following: your location, network communication, system tools, browsing history, etc. I really want the app but I am hesitant to allow anything to have access to system tools and such. Is it normal for apps to have access such things and if so, should I be concerned?
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ditto ron. research the developer because a study was just done that showed 15 of the 30 apps that were studied had leaked info for marketing purposes. it makes sense for a restaurant finding app to need access to your location....but a simple game should not. so just pay attention to what type of app it is, read the comments, and research the developer's website.
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ditto ron. research the developer because a study was just done that showed 15 of the 30 apps that were studied had leaked info for marketing purposes. it makes sense for a restaurant finding app to need access to your location....but a simple game should not. so just pay attention to what type of app it is, read the comments, and research the developer's website.
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I have been using "Calorie Counter" (syncs with Fat Secret) for 2 1/2 months and lost 23.5 lbs. with my HTC Droid Eris. Questioning the apps never occurred to me until I received the Droid R2D2 and started doing some reading. I almost paniced when I couldn't find the app on the new phone. However, I went to the website on my computer and connected my phone to be able to download the app. What a relief!! I don't care about what the owner of the app wants from me as long as I can use it and continue on my quest of getting healthy. It is an awesome program and I'm proof it works if you use it. Good luck.
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Thank you all for your responses. I will continue to research the developers and make a decision.
Also, as an FYI, the Calorie Counter from Fat Secret is the app that noted access to 7 or so different areas, including phone settings and location. It might be a good app but it is too intrusive for my taste.
Thanks again to everyone!