Looking at the permissions (Basically everything) - it seems like a good way for Microsoft to get access to both usage statistics and user data in one whole sweep.
I think that's more reflective of the limitations of the current Android security model than any implied ulterior motive. Yes, I'm sure they benefit to some extent, I just suspect that they need all of those permissions to be the launcher currently. Mind you that's a guess based on my understanding, not a verified statement.
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Looking at the permissions (Basically everything) - it seems like a good way for Microsoft to get access to both usage statistics and user data in one whole sweep.
I think that's more reflective of the limitations of the current Android security model than any implied ulterior motive. Yes, I'm sure they benefit to some extent, I just suspect that they need all of those permissions to be the launcher currently. Mind you that's a guess based on my understanding, not a verified statement.
They could target API 23 and ask for runtime permissions. Other launchers like Nova have already done this.
Agreed, but still, just saying that it's a good way to get the data if they'd want it.
yeah, I was going to try out the app, then I saw that they are not targeting Marshmallow and are asking for pretty much every permission. pass.