# Your Living Room TV May Be Mapping Your Home and Listening In Even When It’s Off

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Podcast: [NewsK365](https://stenobird.com/podcast/newsk365-6861968)
Published: 2026-09-11T11:45:35+00:00
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## Resource

A detailed technical investigation has raised fresh alarms over the data-collection practices of popular smart televisions, claiming that certain LG models scan home networks for connected devices, track viewing habits across every input, and can capture and store microphone audio even when the screen is dark or the set appears offline. Support Our Rescue Cats | Our Blog | Get New Episodes By Email | Rumble | X | YouTube | NewsK365 on Spreaker | Get New Blog Posts By Email |

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