Unsmart a smart TV

BoscoBear@lemmy.sdf.org to Technology@lemmy.world – 405 points –

How standardized a lcd panels? Could I replace the controller in a smart TV with one of these HDMI to LCD controllers?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/375318342725__

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If you wrap the TV in tinfoil, it'll be a faraday cage and block all WiFi

If you wrap the TV in tinfoil, it'll be a faraday cage and block all WiFi

I just keep my TV embedded in a block of lead.

But then even Superman can't watch ads on it!

I mean I wouldn't, but it's an idea!

Seriously considering decorating my next apartment like this. CNC engraved thin sheets of stainless steel, with a ground wire plugged in somewhere. Possibly the plumbing.