Q. Is it true my phone keeps a map that tracks my whereabouts? Why, and if so, where can I see it?
A. If you have the GPS feature (also know as location services) enabled on your phone and have not changed any default settings, the device may contain a log of the places you have been or frequently visit. Apple and
Google have both described some of the ways they use the information, which is often used for suggesting businesses nearby.
Google’s site says using the data lets you “see local recommendations based on places you have visited with signed-in devices, or see traffic predictions for your daily commute.” Like Google’s Android system and apps, apps on Apple’s iOS system use your location for providing relevant weather reports, map directions... Continue Reading