Comment on Google TV channels forced on the homescreenparentComments−pxmpxm2ySecurity updates for your tv? Exactly what do you think is at risk?−HeatrayEnjoyer2yAn nvidia shield is a networked computer just like any other, with cybersecurity risks and dangers.−iAMkenough2yEverything else on the network my TV is connected to−purew2yWhy have the tv connected to internet or your network?The parent mentioned an Nvidia Shield, I also use the Shield for all streaming needs.The tv is simply a dumb monitor. The only attack surface would be the single hdmi cable between receiver and tv.−happymellon2yAnd my shield now displays ads.Not just ads for TV shows, but the top banner was showing jewelry adverts over Christmas.If it had been like this at first, I would never have bought it.
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Security updates for your tv? Exactly what do you think is at risk?
An nvidia shield is a networked computer just like any other, with cybersecurity risks and dangers.
Everything else on the network my TV is connected to
Why have the tv connected to internet or your network?
The parent mentioned an Nvidia Shield, I also use the Shield for all streaming needs.
The tv is simply a dumb monitor. The only attack surface would be the single hdmi cable between receiver and tv.
And my shield now displays ads.
Not just ads for TV shows, but the top banner was showing jewelry adverts over Christmas.
If it had been like this at first, I would never have bought it.