Saudi bans iPhones in security establishments

The Saudi Interior Ministry has banned the use of iPhones and Samsung's Galaxy Tab in the kingdom's security establishments saying the devices can be easily be hacked. The government ban went into effect earlier this week. A security official said personnel were instructed not to use iPhones or the Galaxy Tab inside security establishments and centers as a security precaution. Saudi Arabia is not the first country to ban the use of these devices inside its security establishments. The United States and several European countries have similar bans. Technology experts welcomed the interior ministry's step and underlined its importance for the security of the information in these sensitive establishments. Talhah Jarad, an information technology expert welcomed the step saying all organizations should decide what is considered a security risk and take steps to limit the use of such devices.