You might be thinking: “Amazon is listening to me 24/7!” Totally understandable. But compare it to your phone, which already hears your every word for Siri or Google Assistant. The Echo Dot has a mute button that physically disconnects the microphone. Just press it, and the robot goes silent. Problem solved.
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Also, you can review and delete your voice recordings in the Alexa app. So while you’re getting a bargain, you’re also staying in control of your privacy. Not bad for less than thirty bucks.
What’s the Catch (If Any)?
The only real catch is that you might buy more than one. Once you put an Echo Dot in the kitchen, you’ll want one in the bedroom, the garage, and maybe even the bathroom (just don’t let it get wet). These discounts make it cheaper to buy a three-pack than a single high-end speaker.
And sure, you’ll start talking to your house like a crazy person. But isn’t that the dream? Your home should respond when you ask for jazz music or a grocery list update. It’s the 21st century, after all.
