Eavesdropping is the New Normal

  A few weeks ago Samsung explained their privacy message regarding their smart TV in a much clearer tone: Samsung is not listening in on your private conversations when watching TV if the speech recognition option is not activated. This statement was absolutely necessary as media reported on Samsungs privacy policy phrase: “Please be aware…

Battle for the Home Expands

Earlier on METISfiles commented on the smart home concept. While we were wondering whether a smart home is such a good idea Microsoft and Google were moving forward with respectively HomeOS and Android@home, seeking to make a smart killing. Although both are developing holistic concepts for a smart automated home not much has been heard…