You know that silly fear about Alexa recording everything and leaking it online? It just happened • The Register

7 years ago

Somewhat off topic but related - I've been saying for years that computers need hardwired switches for mics and cameras.

[–] CDanger 2 points (+2|-0)

7 years ago

This is true, but without open schematics and designs you really can't be sure those switches do anything.

In any case, nobody should have these spy devices in their homes.

[–] Mattvision 2 points (+2|-0)

7 years ago

But how else will I know when I need to feed my cats?!

[–] Siedge 2 points (+2|-0)

7 years ago

I believe the new Purism Linux phone will be having hard switches for both of those. I'm looking forward to it.

[–] [Deleted] 1 points (+1|-0)

7 years ago

hide this from goatsshadow by all means.

[–] seanking2919 0 points (+0|-0)

7 years ago

Edited 7 years ago

Told ya. No wonder I find no good use for Amazon Echo or any similar device.

[–] RobertoAnderson 1 points (+1|-0)

7 years ago

99% of the useful functions the device can do is equally easy to do with a bluetooth speaker and a phone.

The other 1% isn't worth having a wiretap in your house.

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