A short YouTube explainer by Caitlin Sarian warning that many smart TVs (e.g., Samsung, LG, Hisense) include built-in cameras that can pose privacy and security risks. The video shows how to detect a camera (visually inspect for a lens or check via smart-home apps) and recommends mitigation steps: cover the camera, disable camera/microphone and content-recognition features in privacy settings, and consider using a VPN.
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Your smart TV might be watching you. No, really. Have you checked for a hidden camera? Here is how to find if you have a camera, why they have it, and how to turn it off. Hi, I'm Caitlin. I'm a cyber security and data protection expert and I want to help you protect your family and your loved ones. Let's go. So many smart TVs from brands like Samsung, LG, Hisense. I think that's how you say it. Come with built in cameras for features like video calls, facial recognition and even motion control. These built in cameras can pose a huge privacy and security risk to your home and your WI fi system. You can check for a camera on your TV by looking for a small lens at the top of your screen or by using a smart home app to locate it. To control and enhance your privacy, check your smart TV privacy settings. Make sure you cover the camera, disable cameras and microphones on the TV if you have it, and then limit content recognition features and also turn on a VPN for added protection. Like and follow for all the cyber security tips and be sure to share those with a friend.