An investigation by Gamers Nexus found LG smart TVs sweep local networks to map phones and nearby devices. Tests also showed the sets can capture microphone audio with the screen off — they then upload data once reconnected to the internet.

An investigation by Gamers Nexus found LG smart TVs sweep local networks to map phones and nearby devices. Tests also showed the sets can capture microphone audio with the screen off — they then upload data once reconnected to the internet.

  • merc@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    12·
    2 days ago

    Unless you’re buying a commercial screen of some kind, you can’t really buy dumb TVs anymore, at least not from the major brands.

    • oppy1984@lemdro.idEnglish
      1·
      1 day ago

      You can still buy dumb TVs you just have to search for them. You can also go off brand and get a dumb TV from a brand like sceptre.

      • merc@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        3·
        1 day ago

        I searched and couldn’t find a modern OLED from a reputable brand that didn’t have “smart” features.

        • stylusmobilus@aussie.zoneEnglish
          1·
          23 hours ago

          The only thing close I can think of are TVs made for hospital or retail screens.

          They have all the garbage removed I understand.

            • stylusmobilus@aussie.zoneEnglish
              1·
              20 hours ago

              Okay, the couple I’ve seen are pricier but seem to be the same screens, just without the bullshit that these companies make data or service provision money off.

              I won’t argue with it though, I’d have to look further.