LG Electronics Enhances Smart TV Privacy for Nigeria Users

LG Electronics has outlined the privacy, voice recognition, and security features of its Smart TVs specifically for Nigerian users. The company stated that many data-driven features, including voice recognition, Automatic Content Recognition (ACR), and personalized advertising, are optional and require user consent to activate.

Users can manage permissions and settings through their TV's interface. LG emphasized that voice control is disabled by default and must be activated by the user, ensuring that the TVs do not continuously record conversations.

When hands-free voice control is enabled, the TV listens locally for a wake word, discarding any audio that does not trigger the feature. ACR, which identifies content being watched, is also switched off by default and requires separate consent.

LG's Smart TVs can detect compatible devices for easier connectivity, and the information collected is not used for household profiling without additional consent. The company operates a global bug bounty program for cybersecurity and advises users to keep their TV software updated for security purposes.