I’ve never been super comfortable with the idea of a “smart home.” Your phone already listens to everything you are saying, sure. But some of the other pieces of technology are just a little over the top in this aspect. You know that voice assistant sitting on your kitchen counter? Well, Alexa might be listening, whether you’re talking to her or not. Many homeowners have found out that smart speakers, like the Amazon Echo or Google Nest, don’t always power down completely.
Most of the time, they are hanging out in “standby mode.” So, if you are like many other Americans who value their privacy, here’s what you need to know about how these devices work, and what you can do to protect yourself.
