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The firmware that runs the baseband processor manages communication via the radio (and sometimes wifi and bluetooth as well)[0]. Once loaded, that firmware will have plenty of opportunities to phone home or otherwise provide information about your location, activities, etc.

[0]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baseband_processor



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