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Re:Smart TVs sending sensitive user data to Netflix and Face... by wtallis on Wednesday September 18, 2019 @06:19PM (#21010955)
I think he may have meant that if all available APs are using encryption, then you don't have to worry about your TV automatically connecting.
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Re:Smart TVs sending sensitive user data to Netflix and Face... by SteveNuts on Wednesday September 18, 2019 @06:25PM (#21011019)
Yeah I guess that makes sense. But a neighbor that turns on an open wifi hotspot would be all it takes for the TV to connect for a bit.

It's not something that should just be left up to chance, but I also don't know of a good solution other than regulation.

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Re:Smart TVs sending sensitive user data to Netflix and Face... by wtallis on Wednesday September 18, 2019 @06:35PM (#21011135)
Savvy users can probably open up the back of the TV and unplug the antenna cables, though that will tend to make manufacturers disagreeable should you ever seek warranty service.
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