This article was generated by AI and cites original sources.
The Indian government’s proposal to preinstall the Aadhaar biometric app on smartphones has faced resistance from tech companies, including Apple and Samsung. According to a report by the Tech-Economic Times, industry bodies have raised concerns about the associated production costs and potential functionality challenges.
This proposal reflects a broader trend of governments pushing for mandatory app pre-installations, which companies argue pose issues and lack public benefit. The tech industry has contended that such requirements can create production challenges and may not serve the best interests of consumers.
Source: Tech-Economic Times