Comma: Privacy First, Even with Cutting-Edge Tech

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When it comes to advanced driver assistance systems like the Comma 3X, privacy is often a top concern. With three cameras and powerful AI, you might wonder how much of your data is being shared and whether you have control over it. Let’s dive into why Comma devices are a privacy-first choice, even while contributing to cutting-edge technology.


Three Cameras, Total Control

The Comma device features three cameras:

  1. Driver-facing camera: Used for driver monitoring to ensure you’re attentive and ready to take over when needed.
  2. Two road-facing cameras: Used to assess the road and surroundings for smarter driving assistance.

By default:

  • Drive details and footage from the road-facing cameras are opt-in. If left as is, this data is uploaded to Comma’s neural network to improve the system and help make openpilot smarter for all users.
  • Data from the driver-facing camera is not shared unless you explicitly opt in.

This balance between functionality and privacy ensures you’re in control of what is shared.


Works Completely Offline

Once you’ve downloaded and installed openpilot, the Comma device operates entirely offline. You don’t need Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity to access core features like:

  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
  • Automated Lane Centering (ALC)
  • Driver Monitoring

This means you can enjoy all the benefits without worrying about unnecessary connectivity.


Optional Premium Features

For users seeking enhanced capabilities, Comma offers Comma Connect, a subscription service that uses cellular data for features like remote access and live tracking. While this service involves uploading some data, you maintain full control and can disable all uploads, including driver-monitoring data.


Transparency with Open Source

Comma devices operate on openpilot, an open-source platform available on GitHub. This transparency allows anyone to inspect the code and verify how data is handled. Comma’s commitment to open-source development reinforces its “nothing to hide” philosophy.


Drive Smarter, Stay Private

Comma’s approach to privacy ensures that your data is only shared if you allow it. Whether you choose to contribute drive data to improve the neural network or prefer to keep everything local, the decision is yours.

Ready to experience smarter, safer, and private driving? Visit comma.ai to learn more and join the openpilot community.


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