Re: Warning: Check your phone for unwanted "Sliide" intrusive full-page video spam

Andy Burns <[email protected]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:17:23 +0100
Newsgroups comp.mobile.android,alt.cellular,uk.telecom.mobile
Message-ID <[email protected]>
Marion wrote:

> Digging about, I soon found the offensive full-page video activity was
>   <com.sliide.content.MainActivity> 
> 
> Apparently "Sliide" is a company that advertises directly to phones.

What kind of drugs do those people take?

	"For Carriers & OEMs : Owning the device experience lets you
  	present content that drives engagement, builds retention and
  	boosts profits long after the phone is sold. Every tap, swipe
  	and click adds to your insights."

> It was installed without my express consent, apparently, by T-Mobile.

Does T-Mobile's standard T&C say that they are able to include little 
gifts like this with firmware upgrades?  Seems like a good way to drive 
customers away and build resentment?