Apple announced this summer new Child Safety Features to help children stay safer online. Communication Safety appears to be one of the features in iOS 15.2 beta, which was released today.
Communication Safety will be added to the iOS 15.2 beta, based on code by Steve Moser (MacRumors contributor). Although the code is present, we are unable to confirm whether it is active. This is because sensitive photos must be sent from or to a device that is set up for a child.
Apple has explained that Communication Safety is built into the Messages App on iPhone, iPad, Mac. It will notify parents and children if explicit images are sent or received from a child’s device. Apple uses on-device machinelearning to analyze attachments.
Flagging a photo that is sexually explicit will automatically blur it and warn the child against looking at it. Children under 13 years old will be alerted if they tap the photo and view it again.
Some of the language that children will see in Code for iOS 15.2 is included in iOS 15.2.
You don't have to be alone. Trustworthy adults or professionals can help you. This person can be blocked.
You don't have to be alone. Trustworthy adults or trained professionals can help you. You can also end the conversation or remove contacts.
If you are feeling uneasy or need assistance, talk to someone you trust.
Apple will not share this photo. Your feedback is appreciated if the photo was marked sensitive.
Send a message to a grownup you trust.
Hello, I'd like to have a chat with you about something that bothers me.
These videos and photos show sensitive parts of your body that are covered with bathing suits.
Although it's not your fault; sensitive photos can be used against you.
It is possible that the person involved in this sharing may not have consented to it being shared. What would they feel if other people saw it.
It is possible that the person involved might not wish it to be seen. However, they could have shared it without their knowledge. It could also be illegal to share.
Sharing nude with anyone younger than 18 years can result in legal consequences.
Your parents will be notified if you view the video.
Do not share information you do not want to. If you feel under pressure, talk to someone you trust.
Are you OK? You are not alone.
Children under 13 and those over 13 can use the same phrases, as each age group has its own set of behaviors. As stated above, parents won't be notified if a child views a nude photograph if they are older than 13. However, parents will be notified if a younger child views the same photo. Parents must enable all Communication Safety features and they are available to Family Sharing groups.
People can use nude photos and videos to harm others. Once you share something, it cannot be taken back.
It's not your fault. However, sensitive photos and videos may be used to cause you pain.
Even if you are unsure of the person you're sending this to, they may share it without your permission.
Anyone who gets it can share it with anyone. It may not disappear. It is also against the law to share.
In August, Apple stated that the Communication Safety features would be included in iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey later in the year. Message conversations are encrypted at all times and are not readable or readable by Apple.
A new CSAM initiative, which will see Apple scan photos for child sexual abuse material, was also announced. Apple decided to take additional time in the future to improve the functionality, despite this being highly controversial.
Apple has not yet introduced CSAM language in iOS 15.2 beta. Therefore, Apple could introduce Communication Safety first before implementing the complete suite of Child Safety Features.
