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LG smart TVs found logging data and microphone audio in standby

Original: LG smart TVs were found logging and uploading data even in standby, with tests also detecting microphone recording while

Tests on LG smart TVs found the devices logging and uploading data even while in standby mode, with microphone recording detected while the TV was offline. The investigation reportedly found Wi-Fi scanning, location data collection, and automatic content recognition tracking what users watch. Privacy advocates are urging owners to avoid connecting smart TVs to the internet.

Why now: Fresh findings about hidden data collection in common home devices have sparked privacy concerns.

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• LG smart TVs were found logging and uploading data even in standby, with tests also detecting microphone recording while offline. 📺 The investigation found Wi-Fi scanning, location data collection, and ACR tracking what users watch. 🔒 That’s why you should never connect a smart… · knoppix95 · 9

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