Fantastic points. I avoid networked anything ('smart' devices)at this point. I keep contemplating how to remove the smartphone from my life, though it becomes a little challenging from just a basic communication point of view (with the family). Will keep exploring practical measure dial it back. I've removed FB (8 yrs ago actually), amazon, and am in the process of removing google too. Small steps, eventually have a nice, comfy, limited relationship with the tech behemoths.