LG TVs May Keep Listening Even When Turned Off, Report Says

What Decrypt reports

Decrypt’s article titled “Your LG TV Might Still Be Listening to You—Even When It Looks Like It’s Off” says that certain LG smart TVs may keep their microphones active after the user thinks the TV is off.

Key points

• LG TVs could record audio when the screen is dark or the power indicator is off.
• The behavior may be due to background processes that stay running.
• Users are advised to check settings or disconnect the TV when not in use.

What is confirmed

The article’s title and brief description are the only confirmed details provided by the source. No technical specifications, dates, or statements from LG are included in the supplied material.

What is still unclear

The exact models affected, how the listening feature is enabled, and whether LG has acknowledged the issue are not specified. No evidence is given about the extent of data collection or any security measures.

Why it matters

If a TV can record sound while appearing off, it could capture private conversations without the owner’s knowledge, raising privacy concerns for users of smart home devices.

Sources

• Decrypt