The Apple Watch undermines iOS 15’s web privacy enhancements

iCloud Private Relay and Mail Privacy Protection aren't part of watchOS 8.

Apple's always adding new privacy features to iOS, and iOS 15 brings a couple of welcome additions. Mail Privacy Protection hides your IP address from web-based content in emails when using Apple's Mail app, and blocks techniques like tracking pixels that can let senders know if you've opened the mail. iCloud Private Relay hides your real IP address and precise location when using Safari.

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