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> One kid with a hidden listening device could be in the vicinity of other kids whom it overhears, whose parents did not consent. This ban doesn't solve that p
by PatientTrades 9y ago
> One kid with a hidden listening device could be in the vicinity of other kids whom it overhears, whose parents did not consent.
This ban doesn't solve that problem though. A child could wear an adult smartwatch that has a listening capability.
- detaro 9y agoWhich are just as illegal. The "ban" here is just the regulatory agency clarifying/informing the public that these products have been sold but are not legal to possess under existing laws in Germany.
- Xylakant 9y agoThat would be illegal (it's also generally not a feature on adult smart watches to have someone else quietly activate the microphone and listen in)