The droning of intimacy: bodies, data, and sensory devices

Caroline Wilson‐Barnao · Natalie Collie

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This article examines the emergence of digital technologies of intimacy such as Wifi-enabled vibrators. We argue that the emergence of intimate digital technologies constitutes a distinct acceleration towards more invasive forms of commercial surveillance and the commodification of the private body and intimate affect. This argument is supported by an analysis of product design and marketing, in addition to key informant interviews with members of the local (Australian) adult entertainment industry. We conclude by suggesting that this ‘droning of intimacy’ illuminates the exchange at the heart of our willingness to capitulate to this work of being watched by any contemporary device: promises of efficiency, satisfaction, social connection, and control.

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