What is least terrible SmartTV OS for privacy? - eviltoast

My parents are getting a new tv, and are asking for recommendation. I think all I can influence is the brand/model (not realistic to propose rpi and more complex systems). I instinctively avoid google/android and lean towards anything else open source, so probably LG WebOS… But I had bad luck searching for more detailed comparisons. Maybe you have experience or opinions?

  • youmaynotknow@lemmy.ml
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    2 months ago

    To each his/her own. It’s not easy in some places to find TVs that aren’t smart, and in all honesty, I think LG has no competition when it comes to the panels. But out principle, I’m not giving money to companies like that. Why isn’t it opr-in instead of opt-out and on top of that you have to dig deep to opt-out?

    I do understand your position, and respect it. I’m just not willing to be part of their revenue.

    • Analog@lemmy.ml
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      2 months ago

      Didn’t really state a position other than ownership, which does have some implications. I am fine with smart TVs but not ok with data collection and ads.

      Either would only be ok if I had opted in, especially be paying a lower price with that tradeoff, but I and everyone else are paying full price, so I am adamantly opposed to it.

      You took it a step further than me, and I applaud your efforts. I hope they are noted by the manufacturers.