Apple is reportedly planning to make significant changes to its hidden email privacy feature. This feature allows users to generate unique email addresses that do not reveal their real names or other identifying information. The company has been providing this service for several years, but the current implementation can be problematic.
The upcoming changes are expected to take place in the coming weeks and will involve a new domain being used to store these anonymous emails. This means that users who currently generate email addresses using Apple's system may find their addresses no longer being used as they know them today. Instead, they may receive emails from an unknown address. It is unclear how this change will affect existing users or whether it has any implications for the company's reputation.
The decision to make these changes raises concerns about the level of trust that users can expect from Apple. The fact that the company is now moving towards a system where users' email addresses may be more easily identifiable suggests a shift away from the intended anonymity. This development could have significant consequences for online security and privacy, as well as Apple's reputation in the eyes of its customers.