Google into Bat for Apple

Notes:

• Google supports Apple in conflict with US government over iPhone hacking
• IPhone used by San Bernardino shooter
•  Disagreement over iPhone decrypting could lead to future breaches
•  Companies will only release data based on legal orders
• Apple rejects court orders over iPhone hacking

Summary:

Google supports Apple over recent conflict with the US government. It has been revealed that the San Bernardino shooters were using an iPhone. Apple disagrees with FBI in decrypting IPhone due to potential violations and government surveillance in the future. Companies have been informed that they are only allowed to expose data unless under legal orders. Apple rejects the idea of uncovering iPhone data due to customer’s privacy.

Personal Reflection:

In my opinion, Apple holds the right not to release any data relating to the shooting because of the customer’s rights and privacy. Since Apple has built up a reputation for being the highest technology company worldwide, this violation would shake the trust between the buyer and company in the future. Due to this matter being a terrorism act, the company should assist the FBI in their request to unlock the phone and retrieve the information required.