LG Denies Accusations Of Smart TVs Continuously Recording Its Users

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1. 1d ago

   LG Disputes Claims of Smart TV Spying and Network Scanning

   LG denies allegations that its smart TVs continuously record audio or spy on users, calling such claims misconceptions. The company asserts that privacy is a fundamental principle and that voice features are disabled by default. However, researchers from Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs allege the devices capture ambient audio, scan home networks for other devices, and track content viewed via external computers and gaming consoles. While LG published an official statement on its website, some critics argue the company has not addressed buffered audio logging or standby capture.

   Why it matters

   This dispute centers on the security of Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) features. Privacy concerns involve whether consumer electronics can eavesdrop on private homes without explicit consent.

   What is confirmed

   • LG denies that its smart TVs continuously record or transmit user conversations.
   • An investigation involving Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs accused LG TVs of recording conversations and scanning home networks.
   • LG published an official statement on its website addressing misconceptions about how its smart TVs work.

   Still unconfirmed

   • LG smart TVs track content displayed through gaming consoles and computers.
   • LG failed to address a Texas-mandated opt-out that shipped disabled.

   What to watch next

   • Technical verification of buffered audio logging claims
   • Legal challenges regarding Texas privacy mandates
   • Independent security audits of LG ACR features
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. www.techrepublic.com — LG Pushes Back on Claims That Its Smart TVs Are Spying on Users
   2. www.lawcommentary.com — LG Smart TVs Accused of Recording Conversations and Scanning Devices Inside Homes
   3. tech.yahoo.com — LG Rejects Claims Its Smart TVs Secretly Record Users
   4. tech.yahoo.com — LG Says Its Smart TVs Aren’t Secretly Recording, But Researchers Say Key Questions Remain
   5. cordcuttersnews.com — LG Releases a Statement About ‘Misconceptions’ Around Customer Privacy
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2. 2d ago

   LG Denies Allegations That Smart TVs Continuously Record Users

   LG strongly denies claims that its smart televisions continuously record user audio, track owners, or spy on consumers. An online investigation alleged that 216,000,000 TVs spy and record audio, while a joint report by Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs claimed the sets eavesdrop even while offline or in standby mode. LG responded that tracking and snooping concerns are not true, asserting that smart TVs do not continuously record or transmit conversations. The company stated that voice recording and memo features are disabled by default and no recordings are stored locally.

   Why it matters

   The controversy erupted following a viral two-hour video report from Gamers Nexus that prompted widespread backlash and led some commentators to advise disconnecting LG televisions from the internet. Technical investigations further alleged that the televisions scan local area networks to identify phones, smartwatches, and nearby Wi-Fi network locations. The dispute centers on whether smart TV features operate as intended user-enabled functions or constitute unauthorized surveillance.

   What is confirmed

   • LG strongly denies claims that its smart televisions track and snoop on users.
   • LG states that smart TVs do not continuously record or transmit user conversations.
   • LG maintains that features related to voice recordings and memos are disabled by default.

   Still unconfirmed

   • An online investigation claims that 216,000,000 televisions spy and record audio.
   • LG smart TVs continuously eavesdrop on owners even when offline or in standby mode, according to a joint report by Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs.
   • LG TVs scan local area networks to identify phones, smartwatches, and nearby Wi-Fi locations.
   • LG TV flaws could allow attackers to listen in while the devices are in standby mode.
   • No voice recordings are stored locally on LG televisions, despite proof showing otherwise.

   What to watch next

   • Technical audits or independent verification of LG television network traffic and firmware.
   • Further official statements or technical data from Gamers Nexus or Level1Techs.
   Sources used for this update (11)

   1. Al Jazeera — LG defends smart-TV features amid audio surveillance allegations
   2. Tom's Hardware — LG strongly denies TV spying claims, says tracking and snooping concerns 'not true' — online investigation claims 216,000,000 TVs spy and record audio
   3. Ars Technica — LG TV shown scanning LAN for third-party phones and other devices
   4. The Verge — LG responds to TV spying allegations
   5. Engadget — LG Denies Accusations Of Smart TVs Continuously Recording Its Users
   6. Malwarebytes — LG TV flaws could let attackers listen in, even in standby mode
   7. Gizmodo — LG Denies Its TVs Are Spying on You (Unless You Opted In)
   8. AppleInsider — Disconnect your LG television from the internet, now
   9. www.glitched.online — LG Responds to TV Spyng Allegatons
   10. www.mediapost.com — LG Denies Its Smart TVs Eavesdrop On Consumers
   11. news.ssbcrack.com — LG Faces Backlash Over Claims of Smart TVs Recording Users’ Audio
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