On the chance you run into this "lag" problem when switching HDMI ports, they sell a device called an "HDMI switch" that only cost $20 and will switch in an instant.
On the chance you run into this "lag" problem when switching HDMI ports, they sell a device called an "HDMI switch" that only cost $20 and will switch in an instant.
"some smart TV’s will then simply and silently search out other routes to the Internet on its own, which will allow it to exfiltrate the owner’s personal data and viewing history."
That's 100% BS - You will not be able to post EVEN JUST ONE link that says a TV EVER did that.
"I’ve literally never updated the firmware of any computer monitor"
And the chances are you will never have to update the firmware of a new tv set if you are only going to use it in HDMI mode.
Your missing the point...
Yes it's true that the "smart" OS part of the TV set might very well have bugs in it that need fixing.
But luckily, when you don't connect the TV to the internet, then you wont be using the "smart" OS, so there's little need for any updates when runnig in HDMI mode.
First, if wifi is NOT connected, then it can't violate your privacy even if it receives a bad ATSC signal.
This article supports that the "market" for dumb TV's is much smaller then "smart" tv. So manufactures are not going to spend the money to install a 5g modem for this smaller market of dumb tv users.
"But that route locks you out of firmware updates" - If you are not having any problems with your TV in HDMI mode, no firmware update is needed. And for the RARE times you do need a firmware update to fix some HDMI mode problem (because obviously you don't need any updated for the "smart" OS if you are just using HDMI mode), then simply connect it to the internet, download the firmware and disconnect from the internet. Simply - again!
"and some TV makers remove functionality" What "functionality" can you remove from HDMI mode?
"Many smart TV GUIs also need to load before you’re even allowed to switch laggy HDMI inputs." If a TV forces you to first see the "smart" OS screen, I'm confident you can still switch to HDMI mode using the remote without it being connected to the internet. Prove me wrong!
I am confused why this article was even written.
To turn virtually ANY Smart TV into a Dumb TV, just don't connect it to the internet (don't use ethernet or wifi) and configure it's HDMI connector as the default power-on mode.
VERY Simple. What's the big deal?
It is then IMPOSSIBLE for a TV not connected to the internet to violate your privacy in any way ;)
On the chance you run into this "lag" problem when switching HDMI ports, they sell a device called an "HDMI switch" that only cost $20 and will switch in an instant.
On the chance you run into this "lag" problem when switching HDMI ports, they sell a device called an "HDMI switch" that only cost $20 and will switch in an instant.
Wow, just wow.
Again, backup your BS with just one article from a text news source that says that a 5g modem was found inside a TV.
"some smart TV’s will then simply and silently search out other routes to the Internet on its own, which will allow it to exfiltrate the owner’s personal data and viewing history." That's 100% BS - You will not be able to post EVEN JUST ONE link that says a TV EVER did that.
yeah, I knew you wouldn't be able to prove me wrong - you just want to troll.
"I’ve literally never updated the firmware of any computer monitor" And the chances are you will never have to update the firmware of a new tv set if you are only going to use it in HDMI mode.
Your missing the point... Yes it's true that the "smart" OS part of the TV set might very well have bugs in it that need fixing. But luckily, when you don't connect the TV to the internet, then you wont be using the "smart" OS, so there's little need for any updates when runnig in HDMI mode.
No Internet = No ads
If the TV is not connected to the internet, then it can't download ads to display. Simple.
Wow, just WOW!
First, if wifi is NOT connected, then it can't violate your privacy even if it receives a bad ATSC signal. This article supports that the "market" for dumb TV's is much smaller then "smart" tv. So manufactures are not going to spend the money to install a 5g modem for this smaller market of dumb tv users.
Still no getting it!
"But that route locks you out of firmware updates" - If you are not having any problems with your TV in HDMI mode, no firmware update is needed. And for the RARE times you do need a firmware update to fix some HDMI mode problem (because obviously you don't need any updated for the "smart" OS if you are just using HDMI mode), then simply connect it to the internet, download the firmware and disconnect from the internet. Simply - again! "and some TV makers remove functionality" What "functionality" can you remove from HDMI mode? "Many smart TV GUIs also need to load before you’re even allowed to switch laggy HDMI inputs." If a TV forces you to first see the "smart" OS screen, I'm confident you can still switch to HDMI mode using the remote without it being connected to the internet. Prove me wrong!
Virtually EVERY "Smart" TV can be a "Dumb" TV
I am confused why this article was even written. To turn virtually ANY Smart TV into a Dumb TV, just don't connect it to the internet (don't use ethernet or wifi) and configure it's HDMI connector as the default power-on mode. VERY Simple. What's the big deal? It is then IMPOSSIBLE for a TV not connected to the internet to violate your privacy in any way ;)
I setup my own Slingbox alternative using two products - works great!
http://max-soft.com/slingbox-diy.htm