Smart devices can be very handy, but increasingly people are worried about exactly how smart they are, what they know and what they are doing with our data especially after a rogue Roomba ended up sharing embarrassing photos of one young woman on the toilet.

Smart devices are electronic devices or gadgets that have the ability to interact, connect and share information with other smart devices. It is often associated with the term the ‘internet of things’. The Internet of things refers to a network of devices that gather data and share information with each other through the internet. This includes things like smartphones, fitness trackers, smart tvs, smart speakers and much more.

What are smart devices? What are the advantages of smart devices? How can I protect my data from misuse? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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