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I recognize that Google isn't recording everything said, etc. However, with video (tv, internet) ads prompting these devices to search [1], its not something I
by stevewillows 9y ago
I recognize that Google isn't recording everything said, etc. However, with video (tv, internet) ads prompting these devices to search [1], its not something I have an interest in participating in.
Ultimately, for me, it boils down to a lack of benefit for me, and a lot of benefit (current and potential) for Google and these other ad-drivers to track my decisions more than I really want or need them to. As it stands, I live a fairly ad-free life, either through payment or blockers --- so the targeted ads are less of a concern. Law enforcement concerns are also extremely limited, as are political (null).
I just don't see the benefits. If I need to know the current weather, I'll look outside. If I need to search something, it'll never be so important that it can't wait until I sit down at my computer.
I guess, overall, I'm less concerned about the privacy aspect as I am the actual personal benefit of these devices. In my mind I relate it to the Dash buttons.
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5lj63-nc5g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5lj63-nc5g
- raarts 9y agoFollowing house of cards? US elections? Remember WW II? Where they had just a tiny bit of info on a specific group of people (their faith, and registered address) and used that to the max to commit genocide on them? Think that'll never happen? Question to the Muslims on HN: how do you feel about having all your personal data stored by corporations and the government?