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How to use Microsoft’s AI Copilot, laptop microphones, and Amazon Sidewalk

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Exploring Amazon Sidewalk: Connectivity and Controversy

This chapter examines the launch of Amazon Sidewalk, a connectivity protocol designed to enhance communication among smart home devices. It discusses user privacy concerns regarding automatic enrollment and the broader implications for the smart home ecosystem, comparing Amazon's influence to that of the Matter standard. The conversation highlights the importance of device interoperability, the challenges of fragmented networks, and the need for better infrastructure in smart home technology.

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