Apple Watch conversation-recording feature draws privacy backlash

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Apple's new Audio Intelligence feature for the Apple Watch Series 12, which records and summarizes conversations, has drawn widespread criticism as invasive and "creepy," with many comparing it to a Black Mirror episode. The feature, launching September 18, includes Live Rewind to show the previous 15 seconds of conversation as text and Siri Recap for summaries. Apple insists no audio is stored, citing a secure chip compartment, and requires user opt-in. Critics on social media expressed discomfort about being recorded without consent, though Apple says an audible chime and visual indicator alert nearby people when the feature is active.


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