years ago, i bought an Echo Dot for my home automation system. it was great.

then, while testing out some digital signage devices, i bought a Firestick. connected that to my TV, and it said “one moment, while i connect to your network.” i literally said out loud “good luck without my (very complicated) password!”

somehow, it connected successfully. i instantly disconnected both devices from power, and properly disposed of them, and changed my network password.

i had always assumed the Echo Dot just handed the password over, but now i have doubts!