Physical privacy controls are easy to understand and give users more confidence than software-only camera disabling.
Pros: adjustable field of view, rotation flexibility
Cons: echo reduction, security features
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The automatic downward-facing sleep position gives clear visual reassurance that the lens is not aimed at you, though software failures can occasionally interfere with it.
Pros: motion blur, autofocus accuracy
Cons: lip-sync accuracy, security features