I unplugged my TV and it still knew my secrets, so now I just talk to the wall — at least the wall doesn't have a Terms of Service.
LG TVs caught spying on owners even when switched off
A report alleges LG smart TVs continue recording and uploading conversations even when switched off or in standby mode, prompting accusations of an 'egregious invasion of privacy.' The flaw could theoretically let attackers listen in, and LG has not yet issued a detailed response. Regulators may now examine whether always-on microphones in living rooms constitute unlawful surveillance.
Source: LG TVs caught spying on owners even when switched off — The Times
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