Why does the Amazon app need to snoop through my home network?

[stlbud]

Can anyone explain why the Amazon app needs to snoop through my home or work network?

This is too much!

 

[mrasmussen]

might be a question for amazon, not sure why they would want that.

 

[stlbud]

might be a question for amazon, not sure why they would want that.

I've asked. Haven't gotten a response from Amazon, yet.

 

[J515OP]

Possibly to sync with accounts on other PCs (wish lists and shopping carts?) or to use the printer?

 

[Revans310]

It want's to turn on your web-cam to see what you don't have yet.

 

[stlbud]

LOL. I'll remember to take my clothes off before I use it then.

 

[stlbud]

Amazing Amazon doesn't even know they have a Windows 8 app. They keep trying to get someone from their Android support group to answer questions. #clueless

 

[mrasmussen]

wow, let us know how this progresses, interesting they don't have the act together on this app...

 

[stlbud]

I gave up trying to talk to Amazon. I've sent a note to Microsoft to let them know that Amazon is giving me the runaround. They have said they will let me know what they find. Nothing new so far.

 

[MrGoodtunes]

...Amazon app needs to snoop through my home or work network...This is too much!

Agreed. But on the other hand, when I buy an MP3 on Amazon, it goes to their 'Cloud' player. From there I can download to a limited number of devices. They apparently want to keep track of such things regarding digital media downloads, probably to discourage pirating.

 

[bosamar]

I agree with Super Mod JP. Amazon is HUGE internet company that wants to be a permanent part of your $$$$ life. I'd trust them with my personal info...

 

[ArnoldC]

I actually like how Amazon "knows me" with their personalization and analytics.