Here’s who is tracking your smartphone – and how to stop them

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http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/LtBrlgM7A56XOXc84zceDA--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7Zmk9ZmlsbDtoPTg2O3B4b2ZmPTUwO3B5b2 ZmPTA7cT03NTt3PTEzMA--/http://media.zenfs.com/en_US/News/BGR_News/whos-tracking-your-smartphone-infographic.jpg (http://news.yahoo.com/tracking-smartphone-stop-them-192008586.html)One of the problems with smartphones is that spy agencies-and advertisers-can use them to collect data and keep tabs on users, as many reports have shown in the last 18 months. While companies such as Apple and Google have started encrypting iPhone and Android devices by default, prompting the U.S. government to heavily criticize their encryption practices, that doesn’t mean smartphones are now free from spying. FROM EARLIER: Why the government keeps telling you iPhone encryption will eventually kill a child Those of you who want to take additional steps to protect your data should check out WhoIsHostingThis’ massive infographic that reveals more details covering-who can spy on your handset, how it’s done and what steps can be taken to



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