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PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
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Post #147598888 added 06-01-2021 6:34 PM by !xobile! in Consumer Awareness
Thanks for sharing this OP.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147845371 added 06-15-2021 8:03 AM by fleabus in Consumer Awareness
Nobody wants to talk about the mistake made in buying these devices? Why in the fuk would you buy something with that kind of default setting? Now the name "echo" is starting to make sense...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147945367 added 06-20-2021 7:41 AM by bluedawg in Consumer Awareness
Not true. Police can request you share video if there was a possible crime committed, but they can’t access it without your consent.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147849550 added 06-15-2021 11:23 AM by antman1619 in Consumer Awareness
Looks like you can still opt out I just did today was able to disable it
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147590056 added 06-01-2021 11:22 AM by c2nah777 in Consumer Awareness
Here are the directions if you already know about this and don't want to seek them out buried in the above-linked article, and they are a little vague to boot. Open the Alexa app Open More and...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147794683 added 06-12-2021 4:25 AM by markng25 in Consumer Awareness
You have multiple Airtags, eh? Your mother will forever be regretful for conceiving such a fool https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/11/technology/apple-google-leak-investigation-data-requests.html
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147963694 added 06-20-2021 10:39 PM by crashnburn in Consumer Awareness
* Is this for the account or devices? US only accounts/ devices? * What if we have both in US + outside US? * Can we still opt out - now - given the date passed? * How would this apply to...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703429 added 06-07-2021 12:14 PM by funkmasterscizz in Consumer Awareness
In the Ring app, first tap the three lines in the upper left of the screen. Then tap Control Center > Sidewalk and tap the Sidewalk toggle switch. Confirm that you want to disable the service and...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703597 added 06-07-2021 12:23 PM by jnemezis in Consumer Awareness
Why do I wanna share my paid Wi-Fi bandwidth with strangers for free?
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703888 added 06-07-2021 12:39 PM by Angel_Eater in Consumer Awareness
The general public should file a class action against Shitazon. Leaching my broadband free of charge? Suck it MF, you're one of the world's largest companies, PAY ME!!!
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703942 added 06-07-2021 12:42 PM by astarbllr in Consumer Awareness
I tried it but don't even see a toggle. It just shows a list of eligible devices.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147704284 added 06-07-2021 1:03 PM by Mayteana in Consumer Awareness
Thanks for this post. I hadn’t heard of this.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147717799 added 06-08-2021 7:41 AM by sisonpyh in Consumer Awareness
Why would they put an expiration date on when you can opt out? Seems like a huge red flag
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147717925 added 06-08-2021 7:50 AM by jabberwockgee in Consumer Awareness
You're obsessed with Amazon 'stealing' data from you when, if you don't opt out of the program, you can steal the same amount (or more!) from others. Not sure why you're so riled up about it. ...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147725056 added 06-08-2021 1:26 PM by victorymoon in Consumer Awareness
It seems they removed the link from account settings, after following the steps, I could only see Recognized devices, Guest connect, Voice purchase and workouts… Amazon sidewalk is not listed in...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147725302 added 06-08-2021 1:36 PM by luvasale in Consumer Awareness
I gotcha, climbing down :soapbox: LOL
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147725323 added 06-08-2021 1:37 PM by Angel_Eater in Consumer Awareness
This guy must work for Verizon or CenturyLink.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147733111 added 06-08-2021 10:15 PM by BogartOfElCajon in Consumer Awareness
I'm not opting out
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147702985 added 06-07-2021 11:51 AM by tC2009 in Consumer Awareness
Mines opted out but dont ever recall doing that
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147702115 added 06-07-2021 11:08 AM by sdtacos250 in Consumer Awareness
Ok... not a deal try another subforum
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703171 added 06-07-2021 11:59 AM by pakman3k in Consumer Awareness
I bet even if you opt out they'll still have you unknowingly enrolled
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703264 added 06-07-2021 12:04 PM by eryeal in Consumer Awareness
Yep they are a lot more strict now. I post the Masters Tickets lottery info every year in Hot Deals when it gets released, where it would get 100+ TU's and many members would actually win tickets. ...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147705481 added 06-07-2021 2:04 PM by downonfarm in Consumer Awareness
I agree 🙂
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147716731 added 06-08-2021 6:37 AM by thepackratgene in Consumer Awareness
I have to disagree, it is not "scaring people unnecessarily". It is raising awareness that your network is being intentionally compromised. You admit that there is, "almost zero risk to your privacy"...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147720709 added 06-08-2021 10:00 AM by pbanj_ in Consumer Awareness
This won't cause a class action. They're not letting people on anything. It's purpose built and heavily limited. It's just for finding devices. It has a speed cap which is extremely slow at 80kbs and...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147731188 added 06-08-2021 7:44 PM by MIdawnpatrol in Consumer Awareness
Exactly! How much revenue is Amazon going to make from ancillary products that use this network? Pay me or GTFO.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147741916 added 06-09-2021 11:49 AM by jabberwockgee in Consumer Awareness
And you came all the way to the PSA to spew misinformation? Cool cool cool
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147668611 added 06-05-2021 7:19 AM by mikedaley in Consumer Awareness
Opted out. Thanks OP
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147702793 added 06-07-2021 11:41 AM by fordy1227 in Consumer Awareness
Well, I clicked and it took 1 minute to actually open. So let it sit if you are seeing the same. It let me go through to toggle the on/off.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147701935 added 06-07-2021 11:00 AM by Conformer101 in Consumer Awareness
I hesitate to post this in the deal forum, but I didn't know anything about this and got blindsided. I don't see it on any of the typical places people post this info (like Tech Support), so I'm...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147703102 added 06-07-2021 11:55 AM by daffy90270 in Consumer Awareness
What part of they(amazon) is activating your devices BLE to broadcast aren't you getting?
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147706558 added 06-07-2021 3:06 PM by Irons82 in Consumer Awareness
Thanks for the reminder. I remember getting an email from Amazon a couple months ago regarding the SideWalk. Turned off Guess Connect and Sidewalk. My internal network is just fine, thanks anyway...
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147706747 added 06-07-2021 3:14 PM by ShetBoyardee in Consumer Awareness
Imagine staying opted in just so that your dog tag is trackable. Lmao
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147706852 added 06-07-2021 3:19 PM by TexasSunDevil in Consumer Awareness
I told my phone that joke and she laughed
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147707002 added 06-07-2021 3:27 PM by Delita007 in Consumer Awareness
This is incredibly moronic to enable. Practically zero upside for consumers. I can't believe anyone would want this.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147707335 added 06-07-2021 3:47 PM by averagenaut in Consumer Awareness
Are their apps on android and iOS effected?
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147711343 added 06-07-2021 7:58 PM by InfiniteWIP in Consumer Awareness
Wtf dude - this kind of PSA is perfectly fine here
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147711682 added 06-07-2021 8:22 PM by Angel_Eater in Consumer Awareness
Um...data is data and it all starts adding up in large amounts.
PSA: Disable Amazon Sidewalk by June 8th so your Internet connection isn't shared by neighbors $1
Thread created 05-31-2021 by mrdizle
+488 Score 200 Replies 88,919 Views
Post #147713368 added 06-07-2021 10:49 PM by pbanj_ in Consumer Awareness
Damn did no one actually read the info about this? The speed is literally capped at 80kbs which is literally nothing and has a cap of 500MB. This isn't letting someone to use your internet. This is...
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