Mozilla Releases Gift Guide With Privacy in Mind

“It’s possible to prevent unwanted tracking by disabling Wi-Fi connections on devices that don’t require it for core functionality, such as a smart TV. Not connecting the TV to the network can prevent the manufacturer from collecting tracking data or from injecting ads into the interface, but the trade-off is you might not get any firmware updates that may introduce additional features or fix known issues.”

“Consumers should be especially wary of cheap no-name devices equipped with microphones or cameras. There have been numerous instances of manufacturers recording and sending all sensor data back to foreign servers without the user’s consent or knowledge.”

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