Amazon Sidewalk: Cool new technology or a security risk? Alexa, Ring users can opt out of Amazon’s internet-sharing network. Amazon Sidewalk networks can overlap so close neighbors' devices can still operate when their internet connection goes down.(Rossman, James) 6:00 AM on Jun 10, 2021 CDT If you own an Amazon Echo Alexa voice assistant or Ring doorbell or camera, I’m hoping you’ve at least heard of a new technology from Amazon called Sidewalk, which is drawing a bit of controversy. Amazon Sidewalk shares a small portion of your internet service with Amazon devices and third-party gadgets that partner with Amazon in areas outside your home.