That is not a permission that is necessary for the wallet to function. The most I have allowed a crypto wallet to do is to access my camera to scan QR codes for transfer of transaction data or to copy an address, any other permission required is denied.
I don't mind getting rid of the new phone because of this, my last one isn't asking me of this access.
This is not necessary. You just have to verify that you did not download a malicious clone of the app, in which case you will need to delete it and clean out your device.
- Jay -