Apple, Google and Samsung Reportedly Challenge India's New Proposal on Always-On Smartphone Location Tracking

Dec 6, 2025 - 08:00
Apple, Google and Samsung Reportedly Challenge India's New Proposal on Always-On Smartphone Location Tracking
The Government reportedly received a proposal from the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) in June, which stated that user locations should only be provided if always-on smartphone location tracking is mandated. However, as per the report, Apple, Google, and Samsung have objected to the proposal citing privacy concerns. Currently, neither MeitY or the Home Ministry has reportedly reached a decision.