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02-07-2017, 01:26 PM #1
Creepy Vizio Tracking Your TV Habits
Visio just settled a case with the FTC where it is alleged that Vizio tracked user viewing habits without them knowing it. And then re-sold that data to advertisers and others.
Very creepy.
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02-07-2017, 05:06 PM #2
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no wonder they can sell their tvs for so cheap
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02-08-2017, 10:39 AM #3
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we have a so-called smart tv from a different mfr. no way am never giving it out wifi passcode.
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02-08-2017, 02:20 PM #4
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the internet of things is just not trustworthy. life will turn out like the battlestar galactica reboot.
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02-09-2017, 10:15 AM #5
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Remember, these televisions have video cameras to. They are not just watching what you're watching. They are watching you.
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02-09-2017, 03:04 PM #6
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For this reason, I cover the webcam on my monitor.
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02-10-2017, 08:25 AM #7
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I saw a commercial last night for Vizio. And all I could think was: I know how they are able to sell the TVs for so little. Yuck!
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02-10-2017, 02:06 PM #8
TV and Device Tracking Policies
It turns out that Vizio is not the only mfr that tracks data - though they had the worst policy with an auto-opt in and no opt-out.
Anyway, in case your interested, here is an article listing some TVs and devices you connect to them rated for privacy: https://pjmedia.com/lifestyle/2017/0...-tracking-you/
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02-14-2017, 12:10 PM #9
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02-14-2017, 05:33 PM #10
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I have one of their cheap TVs. You get what you pay for. Arggghhh!