2026-10-28
On October 28, a developer used AI analysis to discover that the Baidu Netdisk advertising component can access orientation data typically used for compasses. It judges user actions based on changes in phone orientation to trigger 'shake' ads upon opening. Previously, even after users upgraded to iOS 27.2 and restricted the app from reading motion data, they were still unable to prevent the redirects.
2026-08-21
On August 21, 2026, multiple users reported that, without their knowledge, their participation in a Baidu Netdisk sharing campaign led the operator to file personal income tax labor compensation declarations of 89.1 yuan on their behalf, raising questions about tax compliance.