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NBTV: Your Money, Your Data, Your Life
No SIM? No Problem!
Jan 26, 2024
Learn about the privacy downsides of having a SIM card in your phone and discover alternative ways to stay connected without one. Explore the benefits of separating your SIM card and using a hotspot for increased privacy. Find out about the advantages and drawbacks of using hotspots for unlimited data plans. Explore the use of hotspots as an alternative to cell numbers for privacy benefits.
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- SIM cards in smartphones track location, log calls, and observe online activities without explicit awareness or consent.
- Siloing the SIM in a separate device like a hotspot offers more control and mitigates the risk of bypassing VPNs.
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Privacy Concerns with SIM Cards
SIM cards in smartphones track location, log calls, and observe online activities without explicit awareness or consent. Location data is used for targeted advertising and sold to third parties. SIMs can initiate hidden messages to the cell network, bypassing user visibility. The baseband processor and SIM communicate independently, raising concerns about surveillance capabilities. The content of these hidden messages is unknown, and cell providers are secretive about their purpose.
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