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Users express frustration with smart TV updates, performance, and privacy concerns
Key points
- Users report frequent, ineffective software updates.
- Smart TVs can slow down over time.
- Privacy concerns and intrusive ads are common.
- Some users disconnect TVs from the internet.
User Frustration with Smart TV Functionality
Some smart TV owners are growing frustrated with their devices. One user, Dan, cited constant software updates that did not improve functionality and persistent prompts for paid services as reasons for his dissatisfaction. Despite having a master's degree in computer science, he described the technology as "increasingly enshittified."
Another couple, Erin McQuiston and Matthew Schroyer, echoed these sentiments. McQuiston noted their TV was primarily used as a display, while Schroyer, a software engineer, intentionally keeps their TV disconnected from the internet to avoid updates and privacy issues.
Performance Degradation Over Time
Tom Parsons, TV and audiovisual editor at What Hi-Fi?, explained that more affordable smart TV models can struggle with advanced features. He noted that these TVs are not always fast and responsive initially and can significantly slow down after two to four years due to processing demands.
Privacy and Advertising Concerns
Users like Schroyer are concerned about privacy and "highly invasive" advertisements. He stated that his living room is "not a billboard for sale" and connects his screen to an Apple TV box as a workaround to avoid these issues. This approach allows him to maintain control over his viewing environment and minimize data collection.
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Some smart TV owners are expressing dissatisfaction with frequent software updates, slow performance, and intrusive advertising. Users are disconnecting their smart TVs from the internet to avoid these issues and regain control over their viewing experience.