[Cialug] Stimulus -> new TV (slightly off topic)

[Scott Yates]

It is not a conspiracy theory.  Serious security issues exist.  This is
well documented.  Don't plug it into a network, firewall it off, or buy
a non-smart tv.  Very simple solutions.  As they say "The S in IOT stands
for security".

On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 7:34 PM Kyle H <khamil8686 at gmail.com> wrote:

> it’sa balance of convenience vs security. not owning a smart tv, that you
> can just not use the networking function on, is conspiracy theorist
> thinking. yes having happens, welcome to life where everyone gets crapped
> on regularly! :)
>
> On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 7:13 PM Scott Yates <Scott at yatesframe.com> wrote:
>
> > That is one of many examples of why it is a bad idea to own a smart tv.
> If
> > you do have to (I know the prices are good), then firewall it off on BOTH
> > sides.  They will try to dial out.
> >
> > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 7:10 PM Dan Hockey <icepuck2k at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > > https://www.technewsworld.com/story/86399.html
> > >
> > >
> > > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 12:15 PM Kyle H <khamil8686 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > > i would also like to mention amazon warehouse with open box, returned
> > > > stuff, etc. i always go used if i can, same stuff, all electronics
> are
> > > made
> > > > to be replaceable in a few years anyways :/ so why not save money?
> > > >
> > > > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 2:13 PM Kyle H <khamil8686 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > ice always found lg to be the best in terms of long length of use,
> > > > forward
> > > > > thinking, and makes quality.
> > > > > best buy insignia is still a store brand but is comparable to lg,
> > > leaves
> > > > > all in the dust!
> > > > >
> > > > > just imo, ymmv
> > > > >
> > > > > have a good day!
> > > > > enjoy the tv you get cuz of it makes you happen, then that’s the
> best
> > > > one!
> > > > >
> > > > > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 1:50 PM L. V. Lammert <lvl at omnitec.net>
> > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > >> OK, .. stimulus check in hand, .. time to replace the 20 year old
> > DLP!
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Samsung seems to be the market leader, .. but when comparing it is
> > > > pretty
> > > > >> obvious that they have a good marking department; new models at
> > least
> > > > >> every year, at least three different types, .. .. ..
> > > > >>
> > > > >> So, .. questions are:
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Is Samsung worth it? Are there any security risks, as the
> simplicity
> > > of
> > > > >> built-in clients for streaming services will most likely get used?
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Seems like LG is about 1/3 less, .. AND they use WebOS. Parity?
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Thoughts would be appreciated.
> > > > >>
> > > > >>         Lee
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