Apple Histrionics? Tech Company Says Jailbroken iPhones May Destroy Cell Networks
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has asked the United States Copyright Office to grant an exemption to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act so that iPhone users may load outside programs onto their phones. Circumventing a manufacturer's software is referred to as “jailbreaking” and Apple says that an allowance of it could lead to devastating hacker attacks.
What are some of the potential results spelled out by Apple? Cell tower crashes from improper external commands, signal disruption, privacy concerns, exposure to viruses, increased piracy, and the spreading pornography to children. Quite the doomsday prediction!
I think that Apple should strive to protect its technology without resorting to scare tactics and sensationalism. To me, brazenly touting fatal consequences that are remotely possible undermines its credibility. Apple should make its case based on its legitimate IP rights, not on public fear.
Do you think that this forecast is realistic? Please post your comments.
