Smart TVs: Convenient, but also a privacy risk


  • TECH
  • Friday, 31 May 2019

How much of your data is recorded depends on the device manufacturer and the apps you use so you should carefully read the privacy policy of each service you sign up to.

The number of Internet-enabled TVs is increasing all the time and the devices offer clear advantages for the consumer. But there are also downsides that you should consider before installing a smart TV.

The main advantage of smart TVs is their ability to stream content from the Internet on a large, high-quality screen, says Klaus Merkel of Germany's Institute for Broadcasting Technology (IRT).

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