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Why does the Orbi App REQUIRE location services to be enabled?
I downloaded the Orbi app and it won't let me continue without allowing location services on. It says it needs it to 'automatically connect to wifi'. Well, my phone already automatically connects to ...
Right, but I could easily reauthenticate myself if I change the SSID. The app should still operate without requiring location services and as it stands you can’t.
I reloaded the Orbi app on my Android phone just ow (version 2.4.8.816). When it asked for "Location Permission" it definitely was an option. One of those ominous warnings, "May experience reduced experience if location is not allowed." The app was clearly prepared to proceed without knowing location. Maybe the Apple app is different?