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This article is an informational article about how popular apps such as TikTok, Facebook, and X collect data when sending frequent notifications to your phone.

This connects to Feed since it collects data on what the people with the feed purchase, say, and do. Everyone is constantly manipulated by corporations because it interrupts their thoughts and actions throughout the day.

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Push notifications are being exploited to invasively collect user data once again, according to a by researchers with app developer Mysk.

iPhone apps are utilizing push notifications in order to send device information and other analytics to remote servers, Mysk researchers found. Developers are able to collect this data even if the app isn't open on the device.

What's going on here?

Apple doesn't allow iOS apps to run in the background and suspends inactive applications due to privacy concerns and performance issues. However, when a user receives a push notification, iOS activates the app temporarily in order for it to customize the push notification for the user. While iOS once again suspends the app after this action is performed, users' device data is gathered by these apps and sent to relevant parties during this time frame.

Mysk uploaded a video to YouTube that shows tested apps collecting data from the device via push notifications.

The apps found to be gathering data include some of the biggest social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Elon Musk's X.

"The ability to execute tasks in the background is a gold mine for data-hungry apps," Mysk said in a statement provided to Mashable. "Unsurprisingly, many social apps notorious for their aggressive data harvesting practices are taking advantage of the background execution time enabled by push notifications. In fact, developers can harness this workaround to run code in the background on demand. All they have to do is send push notifications to their users. As a result, iOS would wake their app in the background on every device, then the app runs whatever code the developer has built into the app."

Mysk found that most apps engaging in this practice collected device data such as "system uptime, locale, keyboard language, available memory, battery status, device model, display brightness" and other related information. The researchers say that this data is all relevant when building unique profiles in order to track users online and serve them relevant advertisements. This practice, known as fingerprinting, is prohibited by Apple's iOS policies.

Can I do anything?

Some of the app developers are pushing back on Mysk's findings, according to .

LinkedIn and Meta denied to Gizmodo that this data is being misused. LinkedIn specified that the activity recorded via push notifications is used to make sure the notifications are working, and that this follows Apple's guidelines.

Late last year push notifications on iOS devices made headlines when U.S. Senator Ron Wyden was given a tip that law enforcements and governments were able to request sensitive data from users' devices via push notifications. After the story broke, Apple its policies to require a search warrant before sending over users' data.

Apple may be ahead of itself, however, in this instance. According to Mysk, Apple is already planning to start requiring that developers explain why apps are "using the APIs that return unique device signals," the activity used in the practice of fingerprinting later this year.

In the meantime, though, Mysk recommends that users who are concerned with this data collection turn push notifications off on their iPhone and iPad. Researchers noted that users must choose the option to disable push notifications for each app entirely in order to stop the data collection.

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Researchers say that iOS apps are collecting user data even when apps are closed thanks to push notifications.

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The transformative influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on the marketing industry over the past three years has been nothing short of revolutionary. The impacts of AI range from marketing messages to operations to analysis, job roles to outreach. Real-world examples underscore how organizations are leveraging AI to redefine their marketing strategies and transforming how people learn, understand, and engage with products.

AI-Driven Personalization in Marketing Messages

AI has revolutionized marketing messages through personalized content delivery. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, marketers are now able to create highly tailored messages that resonate with individual consumers. For instance, Netflix uses AI to analyze viewing habits, enabling it to recommend personalized show and movie selections. This level of personalization enhances user experience and increases engagement. Similarly, email marketing has been transformed by AI tools such as Phrasee, which uses natural language processing to generate compelling subject lines and content that are tailored to the recipient's preferences and behaviors. This approach has shown to significantly improve open and click-through rates.

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Streamlining Marketing Operations with AI

In marketing operations, AI has automated routine tasks, freeing up human marketers to focus on more strategic activities. Chatbots powered by AI, like those implemented by Sephora and H&M, interact with customers for basic inquiries, providing instant responses and improving customer service. These AI solutions can handle a vast volume of queries simultaneously, something impossible for human teams. Likewise, programmatic advertising, another AI-driven innovation, automates the buying and placement of ads. Platforms like Google Ads use AI to analyze user data and optimize ad placement in real-time, ensuring that ads reach the most relevant audience.

Enhanced Marketing Analysis Through AI

AI has significantly advanced marketing analysis by providing deeper insights into consumer behavior. Tools like IBM Watson offer predictive analytics that help marketers anticipate market trends and consumer preferences. For example, Coca-Cola used AI-driven analysis to develop its Cherry Sprite flavor, based on data collected from self-service soft drink fountains. Moreover, social listening tools, such as Brandwatch, use AI to monitor social media for brand mentions, sentiment analysis, and emerging trends. This real-time data allows brands to swiftly respond to consumer sentiment and capitalize on market opportunities.

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The Impact of AI on Marketing Jobs

While AI has automated many tasks, it has also led to the evolution of marketing roles. Professionals are now required to have a blend of marketing skills and technical know-how. The rise of new positions like AI Marketing Specialists and Data Scientists in marketing departments underscores this trend. However, there is a concern that AI could displace traditional marketing roles. A Gartner report predicts that by 2025, 20% of marketing tasks will be automated. As such, upskilling and reskilling have become essential for marketing professionals to stay relevant in this AI-driven landscape.

Expanding Marketing Outreach with AI

AI has expanded the scope of marketing outreach through advanced targeting and segmentation. For instance, Starbucks uses its AI-driven Deep Brew program to offer personalized marketing at scale. By analyzing customer data, Starbucks can tailor its outreach, offering individualized promotions and recommendations. Moreover, voice search optimization is another area where AI has widened marketing outreach. With the growing use of voice assistants like Amazon's Alexa and Google Assistant, businesses are optimizing their content for voice search to reach a broader audience.

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Overall, the integration of AI in marketing has been a game-changer. From personalized messages to enhanced analytical capabilities and the reshaping of marketing roles, AI's influence is profound and pervasive. As organizations continue to adopt and innovate with AI, the marketing landscape is set to evolve further, promising even more sophisticated and efficient marketing strategies. The key for marketers is to embrace this change, continually adapting and learning to harness the full potential of AI in marketing.

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Five ways iPad worsened illiteracy in the United States

The iPad technology has made life easier, but it has also contributed to the already deteriorating illiteracy in the country. Coupled with decreased interest in reading and poor comprehension, the American school system encourages illiteracy.

iPad side effects in reading and comprehension

iPad stole the joy of reading.

Discouraged critical thinking.

Replacing print was a bad idea.

Caused a shorter attention span.

Rewiring the brain.

Caused poorer penmanship.

1. iPad stole the joy of reading

Reading for fun is no longer pleasurable

Reading for fun has become less pleasurable, according to a Pew survey. It was at its lowest point in 2019 since the question was first asked in 1984.

The percentage of public school students who said they read 30 minutes or more daily, besides homework, declined from 2017 to 2019, even before the pandemic.

Writing or doing quick annotations in a physical book helps us better understand what we're reading. You can do this on an iPad or tablet, but it's not tactile, which makes the experience less effective.

AI technology: A threat to education?

In 2020, copy.ai was founded, and by 2023, dozens of AI companies sprung up where you can create an essay out of thin air. With a few keywords, AI can do better homework.

Using iPads in school has radically changed the reading and writing research culture. But with the ChatGPT introduced just recently in 2022-there's no stopping AI from encouraging lazy students.

The point is that why read more when AI can do it for you?

Advantages of reading from a printed material

According to Naomi S. Baron, Professor Emerita, American University, more than 400 university students from five countries preferred text in print.

It's easier to underline, highlight, annotate, or go back and forth in printed reading materials. Hence, students can pick the most relevant information for learning and writing applications.

86% preferred reading longer texts in print.

92% said it was easiest to concentrate when reading print.

Random studies point to several scientific advantages of reading printed books. For example, a physical book helps children become better readers and amplifies the joy of reading.

Students who have books at home are more likely to score higher on tests, according to a study of readers from 42 countries. [Oxford Academic]

Bibliosmia: The immersive experience of a physical book

The iPad replaced the tactility of a physical book. Without bibliosmia (the smell of paper) and the feeling of holding a book, the sensory experience is less immersive.

Bibliosmia whets our appetite to read and think. The scientific reason is that the vanilla-ish scent from wood-based paper contains lignin, which is closely related to vanillin.

2. Reading online discourages critical thinking

With iPads, students became more flexible as they no longer needed to carry books around. It came with free apps like iLitt, Sora, DeltaMath, albert.io, and Schoology, which easily centralized the curriculum.

More importantly, students can study or research from anywhere, allowing them extra time for other activities. Still, it did little to improve literacy. ACT/SAT scores continue to decline.

But the most devastating effect of technology such as iPads is it discourages critical thinking, study shows.

Negative effects of online reading

Current research suggests that reading online, such as on the iPad, results in lower understanding and less critical reflection. [Allcot, 2021]

About 85% of students were more likely to multitask in an online environment, and only 26% when reading print. [Baron, 2013-2015]

3. Replacing print with iPad worsened illiteracy

It is counterproductive to do homework, research, or study work on an iPad than on paper. But taking notes or quick research is beneficial using a laptop which would have been better than an iPad.

iPad is producing poor readers

Screen‐based reading behavior is characterized by more time spent on browsing, keyword spotting, and reading more selectively-while less time on in‐depth concentrated reading.

In an article by Naomi Baron in 2017, ' Reading in a Digital Age,' she noted that when students have a choice, they spend less time on digital reading and have lower comprehension scores. [Ackerman, Goldsmith, 2011]

The perfect storm for illiteracy

When smartphones and iPads became popular in the 2010s, the observable fact is that they distracted many kids. Instead of exploring and reading to feed an imaginary world, the iPad was their universe.

Soon, free iPads were rolled out in high school. With data on demand, why put effort into deducing thought and meaning in book reading assignments?

After all, there's a ton of summarized content and analysis on the web.

Hence, freshmen in high school are groomed to be lazy readers. Coupled with digital distractions and leniency, it's the perfect storm for producing illiterate young Americans.

4. Cause for shorter attention span

iPads are associated with attention deficit

Several factors influence attention span. Still, just like any gadget, a study shows that the iPad is associated with a shorter attention span that involves a level of exogenous stimuli exposure. [Espiritu, 2016]

Statistical Association of iPad and Attention Deficit

Regular smartphone and iPad use increases the risk of children developing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Teenagers who frequently use the gadgets were found to be twice as likely to develop ADHD symptoms (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).

The link was persistent among almost 2,600 US teenagers tracked for two years.

* Leventhal, 2016

Although more teachers can discipline their students to keep smartphones away, a student can easily be distracted because the iPad can be used for personal stuff, games, or chatting discreetly-while in class.

Even if teachers have access to see what students are doing with their iPads, going through that would distract the teachers themselves from what is more essential in the class.

5. Poor penmanship

Lack of writing discipline

Elementary schools in America have abandoned structured phonics and scriptwriting. Even the way a child holds the pencil has been ignored. Apparently, these do not make a difference in a child's ability to read and write.

But that is not what we see today.

Nearly half of Americans struggle to read their handwriting, survey finds. The company Bic found that about 45% of people struggle to figure out their scribblings. [Study Finds]

After the pandemic, many high school students who get a driver's license do not know how to write their signatures.

Experts blame gadgets for poor penmanship

Scriptwriting and typing used to be taught in elementary and high school, which is why the older generation writes better and types faster than most Millenials.

An incorrect pencil grip can lead to learning difficulties, pain, and poor motor skills. The ideal" tripod grip" is the best hand position for handwriting speed and muscle ease. [Theraphy Solution]

Today, millions of high school students do not even know how to hold a pencil or write legibly correctly, and "experts" blame gadgets.

" Children coming into school are being given a pencil but are increasingly unable to hold it because they don't have fundamental movement skills," said Sally Payne, head of the pediatric occupational therapist at the Heart of England Foundation.

The proper way to write is learned during early education. Perhaps, it's the teachers who we should blame.

Poor penmanship among high school students

A high school student who wasn't trained to use the pencil properly during elementary years will most likely never learn to do so.

In middle school, kids used Chromebooks to type in notes, but in high school, the norm is for students to use their index finger to write on the iPad.

The remedy is for them to write in journals which many teachers have adopted. However, it may be too late.

"The Shallows" in 2011

Nicholas Carr wrote the book Shallows in 2011. He's foreseen the negative impact of tablet technology on young individuals.

He said, "Brain scans have also revealed that people whose written language uses logographic symbols, like the Chinese, develop a mental circuitry for reading that is considerably different from the circuitry found in people whose written language employs a phonetic alphabet"

In other words, people used to phonetic alphabets may struggle to understand online content because their brains will have to readjust to a different reading circuitry.

Even if one's brain circuit has adjusted, the internet "scatters attention," making us jump from one topic of interest to another, he noted.

What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains

1. Reduced Concentration: Online reading can lead to shorter attention spans and difficulty concentrating on lengthy or complex content.

2. Distractions: Hyperlinks, ads, and multimedia elements can disrupt the reading experience and divert focus away from the main content.

3. Ebooks are more distracting given that it is read in a "distracting medium," such as an iPad, to begin with.

4. Superficial Comprehension: Online readers may have a tendency to skim and scan, resulting in a superficial understanding of the material.

5. Shallow Thinking: The constant access to information online can discourage deep thinking and reflection, promoting a more superficial mode of processing information.

6. Impaired Memory: Carr discusses how the internet's accessibility to vast amounts of information can reduce our reliance on memory, as we can quickly look up facts rather than committing them to memory.

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