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Orbi advertising 'Alexa and the Google Assistant' - is this mandatory?
Hi. I am somewwhat alarmed at the link between the Orbik system and 'Alexa' ... anything linked to Google. Simply put, I do not trust Google. I know that is a POV. I do not want to enter into a debat...
Folbo wrote:
I simply want to know if the Orbi system can be used without the Google tie in, or is it 'baked' into the firmware?
The data sheet for the RBK40V – the Orbi Router (RBR50) plus Orbi Voice (RBS40V) bundle – says nothing about Google, just Amazon.
Likewise the standalone RBS40V.
Orbi Voice WiFi Satellite and Smart Speaker
Also a Google-free zone. It does specify that you need an Amazon account.