Comment on LG TVs start showing ads on screensavers
MelodiousFunk@slrpnk.net 1 month ago
Step 1. Buy “smart” TV on sale
Step 2. Use the money saved to buy/build a streaming box of your own choosing
Step 3. Never ever connect the fucking TV to the internet
Empricorn@feddit.nl 1 month ago
I’ve heard it will hop open networks to try to update. Doesn’t sound that farfetched in 2024. If you’re really concerned, you could disable the wireless adapter…
cmnybo@discuss.tchncs.de 1 month ago
Not many people run open networks these days. I would be more worried about the things creating a mesh network to download ads from anyone who gave their TV internet access.
MelodiousFunk@slrpnk.net 1 month ago
The local cable monopoly supplies modem/router/AP combos that broadcast unsecured WiFi hot spots. For “convenience” of its customers.
Pre-submission edit: there may be an authentication page upon connecting to verify that you’re a legit customer. I’ve never tried it personally and have no intention on doing so.
possiblylinux127@lemmy.zip 1 month ago
I haven’t seen that configuration in a long time.
MelodiousFunk@slrpnk.net 1 month ago
I’m sure some do. I don’t have any evidence either way, though. Would be very interested if someone had some hard info.