The AirDrop feature lets users share files between Apple devices without the internet.

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The feature is available on all iPhones & other Apple devices globally.

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But it appears the company is making some tweaks in China to be on the same page with the Chinese authorities.

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It means users in China can no longer keep their AirDrop on for an unlimited time.

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Following the new iOS 16.1.1 update, iPhone's 'AirDrop' with 'everyone' option has seemingly been reduced to only 10 minutes.

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Whereas, users still have the option to use AirDrop with Contacts only or nobody.

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Though they are still able to share files without the internet, and in other words, without being traced.

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As reported by Techcrunch, some Weibo users argue that the 10-minute restriction should be applied globally, since many forget to turn off AirDrop.

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The report points out that this isn't the first time Apple has been making region-specific changes to abide by local laws & norms.

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Not only this, the Apple App Store in China restricts certain games & apps as per directions by the government.

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