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LG smart TVs caught logging audio with screen off and snooping on local devices (www.notebookcheck.net)
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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.

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[–] 5 points 1 day ago (1 child)

Rip out the antenna.

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  • [–] 5 points 1 day ago (1 child)

    Agreed, but, router block is far less work. 🤣

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  • [–] 3 points 20 hours ago (1 child)

    Right... Because it will only talk to your wireless router.

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  • [–] 2 points 18 hours ago (1 child)

    Genuine question...how else is it going to connect to the internet to upload data?

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