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LG smart TVs caught logging audio with screen off and snooping on local devices
(www.notebookcheck.net)
Glad I unplugged the ethernet cable from my LG TV
this post was submitted on 07 Sep 2026
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My LG TV is not getting network privileges, ever. I wonder if there is a way to turn off the WiFi radio altogether.
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Starting today I'm going to yell epstein files at my tv
Welp glad I never put in my WiFi. This’ll be my last LG
Is this with accepting all their terms and functionality, or also when declining?
I don't know anything about those TVs, but i bet that if you decline you just have a fancy brick on your table, just like with every smartphone
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Isn't that what android does all the time?
Depends on the ROM/OEM.
Clarification: Most Android users don't use custom firmware ("ROM"). OEM means the company that makes your phone. All the major ones use Google Play Services. Nothing and OnePlus might be exceptions as those are known for using custom firmware that is more private. Also, Pixel phones running GrapheneOS ostensibly do not include Google Play Services. But Pixel phones don't ship with GrapheneOS. You have to add that yourself by unlocking the bootloader (available deep in the settings, wipes the phone), and manually flashing the custom firmware (CFW or "ROM") to the phone.
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I guess it's time to start unplugging everything at the wall when not in use
What to do once you buy a tv in 2026
- open the tv
- remove the wifi chip and antennas
- remove the microphone
- cover the motherboard in fabric, then aluminium foil
- close the tv
- done
Why fabric and aluminium foil? Pretty sure removing microphones/cameras/bt/wifi modules is enough :p
Also, the foil wont do too much if you dont ground it!
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Unfortunately that will probably also void any warranty. Better to restrict access at the network level.
It shouldn't be necessary or expected to perform surgical interventions on devices to make them respect privacy.
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