LG TV Spying Allegations
A series of reports and responses regarding LG Smart TVs allegedly logging audio and spying on users even when turned off.
September 2026
Gamers Nexus launches investigation into LG Smart TV privacy issues
Gamers Nexus announced a long-form series investigating privacy violations in modern consumer electronics. The series specifically targets LG's WebOS and LG Smart TV vulnerabilities, including first-party ACR behaviors.
Gamers Nexus, Level1Techs, and researchers detail LG TV data logging findings
Gamers Nexus, Level1Techs, and independent security researchers detailed findings regarding how LG's TVs log and upload user data. These findings were detailed prior to LG's public response.
Source ↗Gamers Nexus finds LG TV scans local network for devices
A Gamers Nexus investigation found that a retail LG TV actively scans the local network. This scanning targets connected devices including phones, laptops, and smartwatches.
Source ↗LG TV captures microphone audio and stores voice data locally
The investigation revealed that the LG TV captures microphone audio when the screen is in standby. Voice data is stored locally and uploads once network connectivity is restored.
Source ↗Researchers uncover webOS vulnerabilities in LG televisions
Researchers uncovered vulnerabilities within the webOS operating system. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow the television to function as a remotely controlled surveillance device.
Source ↗Gamers Nexus investigation reveals LG TV spying capabilities
Gamers Nexus conducted an investigation into LG smart TVs. The tests revealed that the TVs sweep local networks to map nearby phones and devices.
Source ↗LG smart TVs capture microphone audio while screen is off
The investigation showed that LG smart TVs can capture microphone audio even when the display is turned off. This captured data is subsequently uploaded to the internet.
Source ↗LG smart TVs upload captured data upon internet reconnection
LG smart TVs capture data, including audio, and then upload this information once the device reconnect to the internet.
Source ↗Testing reveals LG smart TVs track viewing and scan networks
Testing demonstrated that LG smart TVs possess capabilities to track user viewing habits. The devices were also found to be able to scan home networks.
Source ↗Security flaws in LG TVs allow potential conversation recording
Security flaws were identified in LG smart TVs. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow attackers to record private conversations.
Source ↗LG issues statement regarding TV spying allegations
LG released a statement claiming its TVs do not continuously record or transmit users’ conversations. The company stated that wake-word detection is processed locally.
Source ↗LG updates Terms of Use with new litigation clauses
LG pushed updates to its Terms of Use, which included new clauses designed to avoid litigation. These updates were mentioned in the context of the ongoing allegations.
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