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BoscoBear@lemmy.sdf.org to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago

Unsmart a smart TV

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Unsmart a smart TV

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BoscoBear@lemmy.sdf.org to Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago
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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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    A wifi antenna should be easy to find.

    If you cut it, could it lead to an error, or just weaken the signal?

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

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        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.

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          CRT TV with extra steps

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            Just watching TV is lost technology.

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

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

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        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.

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