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.
  • DominusOfMegadeus@sh.itjust.works
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    1 hour ago

    According to the article, if not connected to the Internet, they store the data locally and then upload it when they next get an Internet connection.

    I guess I’m glad I cut the power to the tv when not in use, in addition to blocking its connection at my router.

  • als@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
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    41 minutes ago

    I’m very glad that I’ve never given my LG tv access to the internet and I certainly don’t intend to now.

    • webghost0101@sopuli.xyz
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      12 minutes ago

      I am not saying the following happens, i think there is no proof it happens, but its technically doable.

      They are capable of scanning for local networks and bluetooth devices which can be used to identify a location. (This part they definitely do)

      If your neighbour has an lg tv, or the presence of the tv is extracted through your phone. Then they know where it is and they also know of any open/public wifi networks around.

      The researchers from gamers nexus can connect to 2 (ssid) networks at once for some reason.

      In theory a neighbours lg tv could broadcast their wifi credentials to your tv to connect to upload the data.