Firefox’s AI Switch Is Off. Telemetry Isn’t.
Summary
The article analyzes Firefox 155's AI Controls and telemetry practices, showing that blocking generative AI features does not disable telemetry or advertising. It discusses the evolution of the switch, the new Smart Window feature, UX implications, and the critique that turning AI off is not equivalent to stopping data collection. The piece argues for greater transparency and a true opt-in model for AI features.