I Made a Smart TV Dumber to Escape Being Tracked. Here's How
This article provides a guide on how to minimize data tracking on smart TVs by disconnecting them from the internet or performing factory resets. It explains that manufacturers often prioritize ad revenue and data collection over user privacy.
Why it matters
As smart devices become ubiquitous, consumer awareness regarding data privacy and the ability to opt-out of tracking is increasingly important.
Your smart TV is watching you . Well, not "watching" exactly, but it is keeping track of what you watch and selling that data to other companies. They also do that in reverse, showing you ads based on what you've viewed elsewhere. This is partly why you might search for something on Amazon, then suddenly see ads for it on your TV, phone and on other websites.
The article offers practical consumer advice while acknowledging the business models of tech manufacturers.
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