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Some LG TVs reportedly collect data while powered off

More than 200 million LG televisions are reportedly collecting data when turned off, including without an internet connection.

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Why it matters

If confirmed, the issue could represent a large-scale privacy and consumer-security risk.

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  1. 200+ million LG TVs reportedly keep collecting data when turned off, even without an internet connection ↗makeuseof.com · Recorded source date: Sep 7, 2026, 5:32 PM UTC

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