Apple software head says plan to scan iPhones for child abuse images is 'misunderstood'

Apple plans to scan some photos on iPhones, iPads and Mac computers for images depicting child abuse.

Apple says those concerns are misplaced and based on a misunderstanding of the technology it’s developed.

Apple argued its system protects users by performing the scans on their devices, and in a privacy-protecting way.

Or, for that matter, ‘Did you have a picture of some pornography of any other sort?’

This is literally only matching on the exact fingerprints of specific known child pornographic images."

Child safety organizations will also be able to audit Apple’s systems, the company said.

Apple has reportedly warned its retail and online sales workers to be prepared for questions about the new features.