Remember when that so-called smart toilet camera from Kohler was claiming it could keep your data as safe as a dragon guards its hoard? Well, buckle up, folks, because it turns out that’s not exactly the case.
After being taken to task by Simon Fondrie-Teitler about their sneaky use of the term ‘end-to-end encryption,’ Kohler did a bit of a swan dive into damage control. Instead of providing privacy tighter than a pair of Spanx, they’ve now resorted to the much less impressive ‘encrypted in transit and at rest.’ Sounds fancy, but it’s not the same as telling nosy tech companies to back off.
So what does this mean for your bathroom privacy? Essentially, while Kohler promises your throne’s data is encrypted, they can still peek at it, like an overzealous house guest who just can’t help but snoop. If you’re hoping to send your toilet habits off into the digital ether like a secret agent on a mission, you might want to think twice.
It’s a classic case of ‘trust, but verify,’ and frankly, I wouldn’t trust a device that’s primarily known for—you guessed it—taking a royal look at your royal flush. So, will you be inviting this high-tech toilet into your home, or is it best left as a quirky idea on a tech enthusiast’s list? Share your thoughts below!
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