[Cialug] Stimulus -> new TV (slightly off topic)

[Scott Yates]

That is one of many examples of why it is a bad idea to own a smart tv.  If
you do have to (I know the prices are good), then firewall it off on BOTH
sides.  They will try to dial out.

On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 7:10 PM Dan Hockey <icepuck2k at gmail.com> wrote:

> https://www.technewsworld.com/story/86399.html
>
>
> On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 12:15 PM Kyle H <khamil8686 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > i would also like to mention amazon warehouse with open box, returned
> > stuff, etc. i always go used if i can, same stuff, all electronics are
> made
> > to be replaceable in a few years anyways :/ so why not save money?
> >
> > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 2:13 PM Kyle H <khamil8686 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > > ice always found lg to be the best in terms of long length of use,
> > forward
> > > thinking, and makes quality.
> > > best buy insignia is still a store brand but is comparable to lg,
> leaves
> > > all in the dust!
> > >
> > > just imo, ymmv
> > >
> > > have a good day!
> > > enjoy the tv you get cuz of it makes you happen, then that’s the best
> > one!
> > >
> > > On Wed, Mar 24, 2021 at 1:50 PM L. V. Lammert <lvl at omnitec.net> wrote:
> > >
> > >> OK, .. stimulus check in hand, .. time to replace the 20 year old DLP!
> > >>
> > >> Samsung seems to be the market leader, .. but when comparing it is
> > pretty
> > >> obvious that they have a good marking department; new models at least
> > >> every year, at least three different types, .. .. ..
> > >>
> > >> So, .. questions are:
> > >>
> > >> Is Samsung worth it? Are there any security risks, as the simplicity
> of
> > >> built-in clients for streaming services will most likely get used?
> > >>
> > >> Seems like LG is about 1/3 less, .. AND they use WebOS. Parity?
> > >>
> > >> Thoughts would be appreciated.
> > >>
> > >>         Lee
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