Amazon's new Astro robot is raising fears among some observers, who say it could be a potential invasion of privacy.
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The Astro is a Day 1 Edition product, meaning it’s invite-only and will initially cost $1,000. It looks cute and uses voice recognition software, cameras, artificial intelligence, mapping technology, and speech and facial recognition sensors as it zooms from room to room, capturing live video and learning your habits. The convenience comes with a catch, however.
“Astro is basically an Alexa with eyes and wheels,” tech expert Scott Swigart told Lifewire in an email interview. “Like most modern technology, it asks users to sacrifice privacy for convenience.”
According to Amazon, the Astro is suitable for everything from monitoring your home to staying in touch with friends and family.
