What Do They Actually Do With Our Data?

Privacy concerns regarding smart devices have been a major concern since they first were invented. We are constantly worrying about if they are listening to us, spying on us, selling our data, and much more. With all these constant worries we still as a society proceed to buy the numerous smart devices that have been invented. Since we all continue to buy these devices it is important to at least know what they are doing with the data that we do allow them to collect, and some advice on what we can do about it. All the upcoming data was released by “the ambient.”

All Amazon devices send a recording to the Amazon Cloud, but only when the “wake” word becomes activated. This is by saying “Alexa,” or “Echo.” You can access all the recordings that Amazon devices have saved. Amazon also says that you can opt-out of your recordings being analyzed for a more personal experience. Knowing that I am able to access my own recordings does make me feel a little bit better. Also, the idea that its not recording me all the time. What do you think? Do you feel better knowing this information?

Google devices do seem to be safer due to the fact that they do need keep voice recordings unless you have opted into the program. They also are similar to Amazon devices that it only listens when the activation word is said.

Given this information it is important to know that you have access to everything that is being recorded and that with some devices you can opt into certain programs. It is important to know what each devices protocol is prior to purchasing it. It is also important to look into what you can opt in and out of for each device, and to do so accordingly so your information is more protected.

With all that being said you are able to have your trendy device while being safe, it is just important to do the research. Also, we do have the ability to posses some control over what data is being stored and what is being said. Privacy still is a concern but it is important to know all the things you can do on each device to increase your security even more.

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