Pcworld iconPcworldSep 10, 2026 ~1 min source read

5 ways to stop smart TV snooping by LG and others

It's time for another round of panic about smart TV privacy, with LG taking its turn in the hot seat. The most shocking claim is that LG's TVs can persistently listen to what you're saying even when the power is off (albeit only if you plug in an external USB webcam).

5 ways to stop smart TV snooping by LG and others
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It's time for another round of panic about smart TV privacy, with LG taking its turn in the hot seat.

The most shocking claim is that LG's TVs can persistently listen to what you're saying even when the power is off (albeit only if you plug in an external USB webcam).

The report also delves into the privacy ramifications of hands-free voice control and automatic content recognition.

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It's time for another round of panic about smart TV privacy, with LG taking its turn in the hot seat. The most shocking claim is that LG's TVs can persistently listen to what you're saying even when the power is off (albeit only if you plug in an external USB webcam). The report also delves into the privacy ramifications of hands-free voice control and automatic content recognition.

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  • The video quickly went viral, drawing millions of views and prompting some alarming headlines.
  • Even if they're not constantly recording what you say or do, smart TVs can be privacy minefields, and it's worth taking some steps to minimize what they can collect.

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