News: iOS 8 randomizes MAC addresses when searching for Wi-FiAs tweeted by Swiss programmer Frederic Jacobs on Sunday, iOS 8 will randomize a device’s MAC address while scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Companies are currently able to use device-specific MAC addresses to track the location of devices — for instance, MAC addresses allow retailers to recognize if a customer has been in the store before, though further personal information is not disclosed. iOS 8 randomises the MAC address while scanning
News: iOS 8 randomizes MAC addresses when searching for Wi-Fi