How can I access an external web service from a PhoneGap app using AJAX without needing to rely on CORS or JSONP to bypass the cross-origin issue? I've come across a question on Stack Overflow suggesting that cross-site HTTP calls are not a problem with PhoneGap apps. However, there seem to be conflicting comments in the answer. Can anyone give a clear answer to this question specifically in relation to PhoneGap for iOS and Android platforms?