This hidden TV feature tracks your viewing - here's how to turn it off (no matter what brand)
Smart TVs often utilize Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology to track viewing habits. This data collection fuels targeted advertising, raising privacy concerns for users. Turning off ACR can protect privacy, but it requires navigating complex settings.
- ▪Most modern smart TVs come with Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology that tracks viewing habits.
- ▪The smart TV ad market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $691 billion by 2033.
- ▪Turning off ACR can protect user privacy, but it may require navigating through numerous settings.
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