Event Brief
Sep 8, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET
LG smart TVs log and upload data even offline
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A report by the YouTube channel Gamers Nexus says LG smart TVs continue collecting and uploading data about owners and homes even when offline or on standby. It alleges the TVs scan nearby Wi‑Fi networks, record audio via microphones, and use audio and video sampling to gather information.
WHO: Gamers Nexus (YouTube channel)
WHAT: Report alleges LG smart TVs collect and upload data even when offline or on standby, including Wi‑Fi scanning and audio recording.
WHEN: Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 7:30 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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