Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is sending a mind-boggling amount of user data to Google, and according to Cybernews, the flagship device sends back data packets containing personal information such as location and network status up to every 15 minutes The company said

The problem here is that the researchers used “Man in the Middle” technology to intercept the data flow between the phone and Google's servers Thanks to this, they discovered that all user information is sent to an endpoint called “auth”

According to the report, Pixel 9 phones regularly check in with Google and share details such as firmware version, network type, carrier information, and even user email It also claims to connect to Google Photo's face grouping feature, regardless of whether it is authorized or not It should be noted, however, that this level of data sharing is not unique to Google, and in fact most phones, including iPhones and Samsungs, do it to some extent The problem is that Pixel users are not given a choice about which data to share

Google has opened up about the reports, with a spokesperson stating: “User security and privacy is a top priority for Pixel User security and privacy is a top priority for Pixel You can manage data sharing, app permissions, and more during device setup and in settings The report lacks important context, misinterprets technical details, and does not adequately explain that data communications are necessary to provide legitimate services on all mobile devices, regardless of make, model, or OS, such as software updates, on-demand features, and personalized experiences does not adequately explain”

It should be noted that the Pixel 9 phones are well protected against hackers, although the amount of data transferred is a concern This is primarily due to improvements in the phone's baseband, which are more difficult to penetrate and give the device more control over what data is used and where However, this did not stop the recent glitch where a hidden app was installed on Verizon's Pixel 9 phone However, we always recommend investing in one of the best VPNs for safety

Google is known for its commitment to keeping devices secure, but this data transfer may be a turn-off for many consumers However, the Google Pixel 9 series includes some of the best phones available today