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During a recent discussion, Chris Hill highlighted the peculiar timing of the Portal's introduction. Just as users were grappling with the aftermath of an email hack—and multiple messages circulated warning others about potential security risks—Facebook chose this moment to unveil a product that aims to compete with popular home assistants like Amazon Echo and Google Home.
This device is designed to be a Facebook-powered camera and microphone that would sit in users’ homes. However, given the company’s well-documented security issues over the past year, many, including Hill, question the wisdom of launching such a product right now. In a world where privacy concerns are paramount, the idea of inviting Facebook into one's living space seems particularly unsettling.