A small, circular indicator that appears on Apple’s mobile operating system signals that an application is actively using either the device’s camera or microphone. For example, this indicator becomes visible in the status bar when a user is recording a video or participating in a voice call.
This visual cue provides users with increased awareness and transparency regarding app permissions and device access. The introduction of this feature enhances privacy by alerting individuals to potential, and sometimes unauthorized, access to sensitive hardware components, thereby promoting a more secure mobile environment. Its implementation reflects a growing concern for user data protection and control within the digital landscape.