LG TV shown scanning LAN for third-party phones and other devices
An LG TV was observed scanning a local area network (LAN) for third-party devices like phones and smartwatches, even when the TV was supposedly off. This discovery, made by YouTube channels Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs, raises privacy concerns, especially given LG Ad Solutions' marketing claims about reaching "addressable secondary devices."
Why it matters
This highlights significant privacy and security concerns regarding smart devices, as TVs may be collecting extensive user data without explicit consent or clear disclosure, potentially for advertising or other undisclosed purposes.
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88 An LG TV. Credit: LG An LG TV. Credit: LG Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav LG TVs are facing scrutiny due to a video seemingly showing the devices’ capability to track users when the TVs are off.
YouTube channel Gamers Nexus worked with Level1Techs, a technology-focused YouTube channel, and security researchers to analyze LG TVs’ tracking capabilities. They shared packet captures that pointed to the TVs, including LG’s pricey G5 OLED TV, scanning the LAN for other devices.
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