With smart TVs becoming more commonplace in homes, the features they provide could be spying on you. If your TV is connected to the Internet, either through Wi-Fi or hardwired to your home network, there are certain features which could be monitoring and reporting data back to the manufacturer about your viewing habits. In addition, if the TV has a built-in video camera and/or microphone, a potential hacker might be able to see and hear what you are doing in your home.
Part of the problem stems from the lack of security features in smart TVs. Even if your TV is connected to the Internet through a secure home network, you have no control over the data sent by the TV after it leaves your home. Unfortunately, many of the networks used by smart TV manufacturers are not that secure, which makes it possible for hackers to obtain the data.
Further, they could hijack the network your TV connects to, and gain access to your TV and any other devices connected through your home network.
The best solution to stop your smart TV from spying on you is to not connect it to the Internet. There are a variety of other devices, like gaming consoles and streaming boxes, that you can connect instead to access your favorite apps. These devices have stronger security features and prevent the TV from transmitting personal data.
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