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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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[–] 10 points 21 hours ago (2 children)

Why? Why would I accept a device in my home that will snoop on me if I use it as intended?

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  • [–] 1 point 12 hours ago

    Because if you want a screen of a certain size, there are no other reasonable options.

    The same reason you might buy a phone that will spy on you and show you ads. You can't buy a phone that doesn't do that.

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  • [–] 5 points 21 hours ago (2 children)

    I think the point is they can't upload anything if they're not connected. Unfortunately, they're some of the best OLED TVs right now in terms of the display

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  • [–] 6 points 19 hours ago (1 child)

    I do understand that but I don't think it's something we should accept. Next thing these fuckers have their own 5G antenna and connect to mobile with zero config, then what, rip out the antenna or literally wrap it in tinfoil?

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