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.
“We own the glass, we own the TV, we own the living room. We know who is in an LG home.” –LG President of Ads
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5KnFmKjFTA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IFVTcM28KA