Question

read the source of the allusion.
george orwell’s novel 1984 focuses on a totalitarian society in which the citizens are frequently reminded that their leader, big brother, is always watching.
what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?
the headline read: \smart phones becoming big brother.\
a threatening power that monitors all aspects of peoples lives
a piece of technology that allows for greater convenience

Explanation:

The allusion to "Big Brother" comes from George Orwell's 1984, where it refers to a totalitarian power that constantly monitors citizens. Applying this to smartphones, the allusion carries the core meaning of a monitoring, threatening force rather than focusing on convenience.

Answer:

a threatening power that monitors all aspects of people's lives