Google Clips smart camera could spy on you, experts warn

Technology and culture writer Navneet Alang, based in Toronto, Canada, outlined his concerns over the gadgets in an in-depth commentary published by The Week. The pocket-sized digital camera, which decides on its own whether an image is interesting enough to shoot, was launched on Tuesday. Reviews of its performance have been mixed, but some experts are more worried about what it might lead to. Even devices with seemingly innocent purposes can go on to become more sinister, he says. Mr Alang believes Clips is a test-bed for broader applications of'smart camera' technology, including for spying on us.