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19 Reddit Users Shared Strange Stories That Show Why Virtual Assistants Are Not to Be Trusted
Curiosities
03/21/2020

Smart devices such as virtual assistants like Siri, Google, and Alexa were created to make life easier for us, and they do — well, to a large extent. However, there are times when they can transform our days into a full-on drama packed with terror and suspense, or a comedy that makes us laugh until we cry.
Bright Side wants to share 20 unique stories with you from Internet users whose virtual assistants stole the spotlight.
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Have you had a similar experience with a virtual assistant? Do you know someone who has had something like this happen to them? Tell us in the comment section, we want to read what you have to say!
Preview photo credit kjvp / Reddit
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There are many people who say the government can listen to you through these devices. It would not surprise me at all.
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