LG TVs And Monitors Spark User Outrage Over Bloatware And Tracking
Some newer LG monitors and Smart TVs are causing serious privacy concerns among users. In fact, LG's Terms of Service now include a warning that anyone in the vicinity of LG Smart TVs may be recorded unless microphone-related functions are disabled, and that owners of those TVs are responsible for obtaining consent from any third party near the set "in compliance with applicable wiretapping, eavesdropping, and privacy laws." In plain English, LG's TOS says that if you're having guests over, you need to obtain their consent to be recorded.
This, unfortunately, is but the latest in an ongoing string of privacy related issues with today's Smart TVs. Previously, we discussed how your TV may be spying on you and how to disable the features responsible. On that note, not much has changed.
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