Walmart wants you to let delivery people into your home while you're away

A lot of older homes in Seattle have a separate entry way/tiny porch that can be locked. When I was looking I didn't really understand the utility, but this would make a lot of sense. I don't think I'd be comfortable letting someone into my house to put away groceries, but I am a little paranoid on that stuff, plus having dogs makes it a tough proposition.

The article title is actually

Walmart partners with smart lock maker August to test in-home delivery of packages and groceries

Stick one of the consumer security cams in your house and this becomes pretty convenient?

You could even watch them on your phone if that's your thing.

Not that this won't be a tough sell, but (for people without pets), this doesn't seem completely crazy.

Could have a cost edge over chilled delivery boxes.

Not really a thing I want, but I would continue to bet on the general population choosing price and convenience over privacy and security.

> This test will also include online grocery orders, which won’t just be placed inside the house like the packages, but will be put away in the fridge and freezer, when appropriate.

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First they laugh at you, then, actually, they keep laughing at you.

I can't imagine anything that could go wrong.

Oh, and what about the dogs?