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Why 'Reference Mode'?
The story highlights that individuals must activate 'Reference Mode' in their camera settings. This suggests that photo verification isn't always on by default. Users might need to consciously choose to enable this feature, perhaps for specific photos they want to prove are authentic, rather than for every single snap.
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