Law enforcement warns parents about Apple's new 'NameDrop' feature

Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. are warning iPhone users about a new feature called NameDrop, released with the latest Apple iOS update. The feature allows users to quickly share contact information with nearby iPhones or Apple Watches. Some police departments are concerned about the potential security risks, as the feature is automatically turned on with the update. However, a digital security specialist dismissed the warnings as "hysteria" and "nonsense," explaining that NameDrop works similarly to AirDrop and requires consent before sharing information. Users can turn off the feature in their device settings.