The convenience comes with a catch, though.
“Like most modern technology, it asks users to sacrifice privacy for convenience.”
The robot even will send notifications to a smartphone if it detects something unusual via the official app.
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Astro also has a periscope that expands its field of view to see over obstacles.
The robot can assist users' elderly relatives and loved ones, thanks to the new Alexa Together feature.
It also gives 24/7 access to Urgent Response, a professional emergency helpline.
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But the Astro’s price tag might be high for what it does.
Robo Invader?
The Astro also could be a rolling invasion of privacy.
The bot “can make a pool of extensive data to get the best spot for scanning.
Swigart also says that the Astro could be a data security risk for users.
Not everyone agrees that the Astro is pushing any privacy boundaries.
“If you’re worried about a robot mapping out your househow many of you have a Roomba?”
cybersecurity expertSteve Tcherchiantold Lifewire in an email interview.
We’re all dependent on Amazon for everything.
Bezos even knows what color socks you wear.”
