Why do they want that information?
The new $140Halo Riseis a ring-shaped alarm clock with a built-in sleep tracker.
Amazon says the gadget can help improve your sleep.
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There are no assurances that Big Tech will use that data to your benefit."
“Quality sleep is an incredibly important factor in our overall health and well-being.
“Sleep tracking devices are no different than other wearables like fitness trackers.
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Thaine said Amazon might not be doing enough to keep your sleep data safe with the Rise.
Bellin said there are no assurances that Amazon will use your data to your benefit.
“Most of us don’t make our best decisions in the middle of the night.
Do we want Amazon’s AI and advertising teams involved?”
Customers personally identifiable Amazon Halo health data is strictly access-restricted at Amazon, Gordh said.
We have systems in place to detect and prevent any suspicious log-in attempts.
Gordh said Halo Rise is built with multiple layers of privacy and security features.
Users create or choose a unique profile and create a password when they first use a Halo product.
Halo Rise does not have a camera and cannot see anything, he added.
Customers can always check the Halo app and see that Halo Rise has recorded a sleep session.
“see to it you understand the equipment’s data collection and storage policies.”
“Take advantage of any privacy tweaks available in the app or rig itself.”
Update 11/6/22:Added paragraphs 11-16 to include Amazon’s response.
