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binarycrusader on Oct 28, 2015 | parent | context | favorite | on: Microsoft Unveils Its Arrow Launcher for Android

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.

on_and_off on Nov 1, 2015 | [–]

They could target API 23 and ask for runtime permissions. Other launchers like Nova have already done this.

tmikaeld on Oct 29, 2015 | [–]

Agreed, but still, just saying that it's a good way to get the data if they'd want it.

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