Google's upcoming privacy changes won't match Apple's initiatives

Google is set to announce new privacy initiatives during Google I/O, but it appears that the Android changes will stop short of Apple's App Tracking Transparency and other programs.

Google I/O is set to take place from May 18 to May 20, and is used by the search giant to announce new products and updates. A big element is in alterations to Android, with new privacy controls anticipated to be revealed.The changes will apparently include making it easier for users to access settings menus to restrict the permissions of apps, such as access to a camera or its location, according to a source of The Information who has viewed the presentation in advance.

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