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Apple's founder reportedly sent a terse response to a customer who complained that the iPhone and iPad are being used to track gadget owners. Apple has been catching international heat since two researchers revealed a secret file that apparently collects data about where iPhone and iPad users go and stores it on those devices and on computers they're synced with.
That data, which is collected via cell phone towers, is not shared with Apple, according to the researchers. Public officials have criticized the company, however, for keeping this data in an unencrypted file.
The Wall Street Journal on Monday reported that iPhones collect this sort of location information even when location services are turned off.
Despite numerous media requests for comment, Apple has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.