I feel guilty for praising a gadget that violates user privacy

My latest review was for a budget smartwatch that seemed great. Turns out it has hidden software that tracks everything you do and sells the info. What would you do if you were in my shoes?

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charles_taylor586mo ago

Privacy groups listed that smartwatch in a report two weeks ago. Your review probably highlighted its good points, which are still valid. Adding a disclaimer about the tracking software would address the guilt... and help readers.

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juliarobinson6mo ago

My friend bought it before the report and feels gross now, like @charles_taylor58 said.

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aaron_lopez326mo ago

Ugh, that report is such a bummer. I remember feeling torn reading it, because you're right, the watch itself is great. Adding a clear note about the tracking stuff is totally the move, it lets people decide for themselves.

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