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The permissions go too far
I tend to be suspicious of apps when they want to do things that go above and beyond the scope necessary to run their game or application. This game is a perfect example of that.
There is no reason it needs to access the accounts on your device, let alone request an authorization token which gives them access to a database with all the user's accounts, using the token rather than having to use passwords.
Open network sockets lets them tap into your Internet which isn't a problem in itself, but no telling what its doing...it has the keys and a token to go and do whatever it wishes. It doesn't need to find out all about your ISP or your activity there, either. (access information about networks)
It might be a fun game, but to be honest, I didn't trust it on my device to try it out.
If you have no problem with your bytes and bits being the commodity up for barter to unknown corporations or entities, then by all means, play away! But if you value your privacy and would prefer to keep control over your information and identity, then at least look over the permissions before you let something into your device...its much like letting strangers roam around your house while you're not home. Or worse yet...asleep...
February 2014 · Software · verified purchase
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Pivvot
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