Amazon is transitioning its Alexa service by discontinuing local processing of voice commands, meaning all interactions will now be handled in the cloud. This decision has raised concerns regarding privacy and the security of users' voice data. Several users have expressed apprehension about the implications of always-on connectivity and the potential for sensitive data to be processed and stored remotely. There is frustration regarding the lack of basic functionalities being retained on-device, as well as a call for improvements in open-source home assistant technologies. Some users are contemplating alternatives to Alexa, including the transition to other smart home devices like HomePods or fully open-source solutions like openHAB.