'Smart' coffee makers are the perfect example why there's a privacy revolt happening

Smart coffee makers have become a focal point of a growing privacy backlash. A US man recently went viral after discovering his parents' Keurig coffee machine was transmitting a terabyte of data in just 10 days. TechRadar also noted a Lavazza coffee machine seeking access to contact and call logs. Experts warn that this is not an isolated incident.

Consumer Reports has cautioned consumers about smart appliances, noting that increasingly, home devices rely on mobile apps and collect data, often without users' consent. Appliances like dishwashers and dryers have been found sending large volumes of data, raising concerns about data security and potential exploitation. Experts recommend taking data security into account before purchasing any connected product and advise setting up a separate network for smart devices to limit potential damage if a device is compromised.