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Thursday, August 8, 2013

Smartphones for smart ….


From the BBC

I was going to buy one – it sounds so cool !!! – but I think I have changed my mind.

 

 “Internet of Things” has started giving me the willies!

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A luxury toilet controlled by a smartphone app is vulnerable to attack, according to security experts.

 

Retailing for up to $5,686 (£3,821), the Satis toilet includes automatic flushing, bidet spray, music and fragrance release.

 

The toilet, manufactured by Japanese firm Lixil, is controlled via an Android app called My Satis.

 

 

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