In the ever-evolving world of smart televisions, where convenience often clashes with consumer control, a recent software update from LG Electronics has ignited a firestorm of frustration among users. Reports emerging from online forums detail how the update surreptitiously installs Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, onto LG smart TVs without an option for removal. This development raises profound questions about user autonomy, privacy, and the growing intersection of big tech partnerships in consumer electronics. What began as a routine firmware enhancement has morphed into a symbol of broader tensions in the smart device ecosystem, where manufacturers prioritize monetization over user preferences… More here.

We own an LG TV and it has been far from good. Awful interface, sometimes flaky connections and now this. Time to disconnect the TV from the router and see if the Apple TV connection will work on its own. What’s the betting that the TV will need a direct connection to be live for no good reason?

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