Apple has introduced new features in its Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models, both powered by the S11 chip, that enable the devices to summarize conversations and transcribe the last few seconds of audio. Two of these features, Live Rewind and Siri Recap, have drawn attention from privacy advocates. Live Rewind shows the last fifteen seconds of a conversation in text after the user double-taps the watch's crown, while Siri Recap generates summaries of extended conversations to help users recall what was said. These features are designed to assist users in reviewing important discussions without storing full recordings. Apple explains that no actual sound recordings are stored on the devices. The voice data is processed in a secure, isolated part of the S11 chip called the Secure Exclave, and only a condensed, anonymized version of the transcription is sent to Apple's servers in Cupertino. This data is not stored long-term and is automatically deleted. The features are disabled by default and can be limited to specific time periods or locations. Any unbacked-up information disappears after seven days. Privacy organizations, such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), have raised concerns about the lack of explicit consent from individuals whose conversations might be summarized. Adam Schwartz, director of privacy litigation at the EFF, argues that the right to private conversation should include the freedom to avoid having one's words recorded or summarized by third-party technology without clear permission. He points out that Live Rewind includes an audible chime and visual animation, even in silent mode, while Siri Recap runs continuously without any notification. This means that people involved in a conversation might not even be aware that their words are being summarized, making it difficult for them to object. Apple maintains that no full recordings or word-for-word transcriptions are stored, but the EFF argues that even a written summary of a conversation can be considered a form of documentation. In California and ten other U.S. states, recording a conversation requires the consent of all parties, while federal law only requires the consent of one party. The EFF suggests that summarizing a third party's words without their consent could potentially fall under state laws, regardless of whether a full audio recording exists. No court has yet ruled on the legality of AI-generated summaries, and Apple would be responsible in the event of a complaint. In a professional setting, using Siri Recap during meetings or negotiations might violate confidentiality agreements or internal policies. The EFF advises users to inform others about the feature, disable it in sensitive environments, and create clear guidelines to avoid legal issues. Meanwhile, Siri Recap relies on Siri AI and Apple Intelligence, which are currently paused in Europe due to regulatory concerns. As wearable devices with microphones become more common, the lack of clear legal guidelines for individuals near such devices remains a growing concern.