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I've owned two dji products, the Air2S and osmo... 3? Both needed apps downloaded not via Google Play.
Given the size and reputation of DJI, you shouldn't have any concerns.
I'm sorry, but i disagree with this mentality. The size of a company means nothing. We've had so many security breaches from companies large and small. Be it from malice or incompetence.
And speaking of reputation, this, this, and this doesn't really scream "good reputation" to me.
Yeah remember the time that Sony (a large and well-respected company) intentionally included a rootkit on some 22 million audio CDs?
You mean the one they eventually provided an uninstaller for? Only for it to hide the rootkit and install a backdoor. While violating multiple open-source licenses. And then receiving a slap-on-the-wrist fine for the whole thing?
It was comical. I still can't believe they got away with it.
Good points and solid sources.
Thanks for the correction.
Given DJI is Chinese and a similar size Chinese company was found spreading malware you should worry.
https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2023/03/android-app-from-china-executed-0-day-exploit-on-millions-of-devices/amp/