India Orders Apple to Preinstall Government Security App on All iPhones

India Orders Apple to Preinstall Government Security App on All iPhones

India Orders Apple iPhones to Preload Security App Apple faces a major compliance challenge in India after the government mandated all smartphones sold in the country to include a preinstalled security app. The Sanchar Saathi app, developed by India’s Department of Communications, cannot be deleted or disabled, marking a significant step in the country’s push to curb cybercrime and protect users from fraud. This new requirement raises questions about privacy, user control, and how Apple will respond to the mandate. Credit : Google 90-Day Deadline for Compliance The Indian government has given smartphone manufacturers, including Apple and Samsung, 90 days to ensure all new devices sold in the country have the Sanchar Saathi app preinstalled. The mandate also encourages pushing updates to devices already in the supply chain. Users will be informed about the app during the device setup process, but its features cannot be turned off or restricted. How Sanchar Saathi Enhances Security Sanchar Sa…