ITHome reports Samsung TV uses AI to record audio and screenshots for targeted ads
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ITHome reports a researcher found a 2025 Samsung TV running Tizen records audio, screenshots and viewing data via AI to improve ad targeting, even using connected devices when no built-in mic is present.
ITHome reports that cybersecurity researcher log4j discovered his 2025 Samsung TV running Tizen records audio, screenshots and viewing data with AI models to improve targeted advertising. [1]
The system continues processing even without a built-in microphone by using connected soundbars or Bluetooth devices, and log4j noted the TV’s sluggish performance may stem from heavy background data handling. [1]
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