LG's recent software update has forcibly installed Microsoft Copilot, an AI assistant, on smart TVs without removal options, sparking widespread user backlash over privacy, bloatware, and loss of control. This highlights growing tensions in smart devices, where monetization often overrides user preferences.

It’s wild just how much they’re trying to shove AI down our throats.

  • mcforest@feddit.orgEnglish
    10·
    13 hours ago

    Just consider that Netfliix and Co. don’t offer higher resolutions than 720p (?) on browsers that are not Edge (or does Chrome support it by now?). I really forgot the details because it’s such a mess using them on Linux. But maybe you use other sources for movies anyways. Also if you need to use your browser for media streaming you might lose some benefits from CEC because you still control things with mouse and keyboard.

    • sorghum@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      12·
      13 hours ago

      I have no qualms against paying for Netflix and getting their videos from other sources. If Netflix wants my viewing data, they can change their stance. Until then, Jellyfin with Jellyserr to handle requests will suffice. The Netflix app may just become a browse app if they don’t accept the future.

    • DFX4509B@lemmy.wtfEnglish
      8·
      12 hours ago

      Just consider that Netfliix and Co. don’t offer higher resolutions than 720p (?) on browsers that are not Edge

      • Specifically, on browsers that are not Edge on Windows. And yeah, I genuinely don’t know the reasoning is behind specifically requiring Edge on Windows, when I’m sure Chrome on Windows supports the same DRM. Does Edge have some additional Windows-specific DRM on top of Widevine that’s connected to TPM2 and VBS that the streaming services use for authentication or something?
    • kiagam@lemmy.worldEnglish
      51·
      11 hours ago

      Stremio with real debrid has very nice 4k with hdr, dolby vision, etc

      Who would have thought?